GRE Word List

LAMPOON

satire

The meaning of the word lampoon is satire.

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intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
parishthe ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor
statutea law enacted by the legislative branch of a government
murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
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profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight
merita praiseworthy quality : virtue
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
heydaythe period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity