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
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
pretendto give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing
bemusedmarked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
propinquitynearness of blood : kinship
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
aridexcessively dry
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation