GRE Word List
MELANCHOLY
depression of spirits : dejection
The meaning of the word melancholy is depression of spirits : dejection.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| temporal | of or relating to time as opposed to eternity |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| discombobulated | characterized by confusion or disorder |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| hubbub | noise |
| mosaic | a surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |
| relic | an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr |
| imbibe | drink |
| proclivity | an inclination or predisposition toward something |