GRE Word List

ELEGY

a poem in elegiac couplets

The meaning of the word elegy is a poem in elegiac couplets.

Random words

WordMeaning
prototypean original model on which something is patterned : archetype
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
sadisticof, relating to, or characterized by sadism
gaita manner of walking or moving on foot
encircleto form a circle around : surround
secreteto form and give off (a secretion)
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation