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
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
supersedeto cause to be set aside
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
ariaair
culminationthe action of culminating
atrophydecrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
dislodgeto drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage