GRE Word List
MADRIGAL
a medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
The meaning of the word madrigal is a medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| betoken | to typify beforehand : presage |
| congenital | existing at or dating from birth |
| shunt | to turn off to one side : shift |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| ancillary | subordinate |
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
| musky | having an odor of or resembling musk |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |