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
doffto remove (an article of wear) from the body
dominaterule
omnipresentpresent in all places at all times
littera covered and curtained couch provided with shafts and used for carrying a single passenger
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
rationa food allowance for one day
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
demurto take exception : object