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 |
|---|---|
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
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| ravage | an act or practice of ravaging |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
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| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| denotation | an act or process of denoting |
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| callow | lacking adult sophistication : immature |