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
consanguinitythe quality or state of being consanguineous
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
seclusionthe act of secluding : the condition of being secluded
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
constraintthe act of constraining
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
providencedivine guidance or care