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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| fallible | liable to be erroneous |
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