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 |
|---|---|
| steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| canter | one who uses cant: such as |
| shade | comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light |
| thwart | to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| ramble | to move aimlessly from place to place |
| refuse | to express oneself as unwilling to accept |