GRE Word List

IDYLL

a simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment

The meaning of the word idyll is a simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment.

Random words

WordMeaning
detrimentalobviously harmful : damaging
inditemake up
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
eventualcontingent
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
martialof, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior
microcosma little world
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
suckleto give milk to from the breast or udder