GRE Word List

GENRE

a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content

The meaning of the word genre is a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content.

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WordMeaning
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
librettothe text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater
flippantlacking proper respect or seriousness
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
indecisiona wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
philanderera man who has sexual relations with many women
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit