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
pushyaggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
standstilla state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
schismdivision
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
fraileasily led into evil