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
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
flaccidnot firm or stiff
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop
buccaneerany of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
resoundto become filled with sound : reverberate
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
purportedreputed