GRE Word List

DISSERTATION

an extended usually written treatment of a subject

The meaning of the word dissertation is an extended usually written treatment of a subject.

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WordMeaning
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter
denounceto pronounce especially publicly to be blameworthy or evil
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
affluenceabundance of property : wealth
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect