GRE Word List
MELANCHOLY
depression of spirits : dejection
The meaning of the word melancholy is depression of spirits : dejection.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| ligneous | of or resembling wood |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| thermal | of, relating to, or caused by heat |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| incendiary | igniting combustible materials spontaneously |
| retribution | recompense |