GRE Word List

LAMPOON

satire

The meaning of the word lampoon is satire.

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labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
visceralfelt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep
canterone who uses cant: such as
amendto put right
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger