GRE Word List
MELANCHOLY
depression of spirits : dejection
The meaning of the word melancholy is depression of spirits : dejection.
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|---|---|
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| propagate | to cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| rote | the use of memory usually with little intelligence |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| atypical | not typical : irregular |
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| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |
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