GRE Word List

LAMPOON

satire

The meaning of the word lampoon is satire.

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WordMeaning
tatterto make ragged
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
skirmisha minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements