GRE Word List

DRAMA

a composition (see composition

The meaning of the word drama is a composition (see composition.

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WordMeaning
sedentarynot migratory : settled
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
pitfalltrap
felicitousvery well suited or expressed : apt
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
declivitydownward inclination
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable