GRE Word List

DIRGE

a song or hymn of grief or lamentation

The meaning of the word dirge is a song or hymn of grief or lamentation.

Random words

WordMeaning
unisonidentity in musical pitch
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
suspendto debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function
dulcetsweet to the taste
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
depositiona testifying especially before a court
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs