GRE Word List

COLLOQUY

conversation

The meaning of the word colloquy is conversation.

Random words

WordMeaning
frolicfull of fun : merry
disclaimto make a disclaimer
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
nonchalancethe quality or state of being nonchalant
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
ovationa ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted