GRE Word List

MELANCHOLY

depression of spirits : dejection

The meaning of the word melancholy is depression of spirits : dejection.

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WordMeaning
existentialof, relating to, or affirming existence
culpablemeriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
intractablenot easily governed, managed, or directed
marrowbone marrow
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
waftto move or go lightly on or as if on a buoyant medium
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