GRE Word List

COLLOQUY

conversation

The meaning of the word colloquy is conversation.

Random words

WordMeaning
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
vicaran ecclesiastical agent: such as
amalgama mixture of different elements