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 |
|---|---|
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| projectile | a body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| auxiliary | offering or providing help |
| penetrate | to pass into or through |
| debut | a first appearance |
| mammoth | any of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair |
| microcosm | a little world |
| confide | to have confidence : trust |
| unwarranted | lacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified |