GRE Word List
MELANCHOLY
depression of spirits : dejection
The meaning of the word melancholy is depression of spirits : dejection.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lament | to mourn aloud : wail |
| memorial | serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative |
| gerrymander | the act or method of gerrymandering |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| levee | a reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| pugilist | fighter |
| stultify | to have a dulling or inhibiting effect on |
| pinnacle | an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress |