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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| inverse | opposite in order, nature, or effect |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |
| sleek | slick |
| artifacts | a usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object |
| extirpate | to destroy completely : wipe out |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| clip | encompass |
| torso | the human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk |