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.

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WordMeaning
thralla state of servitude or submission
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beguilehoodwink
incontinentnot continent: such as
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
somberso shaded as to be dark and gloomy
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
raptlifted up and carried away