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
crescendoa gradual increase
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
seepto flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze
beelinea straight direct course
incorporealnot corporeal : having no material body or form
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
advertto turn the mind or attention
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
limnto draw or paint on a surface