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 |
|---|---|
| seasonal | of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season |
| extrapolation | to predict by projecting past experience or known data |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| turmoil | a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion |
| resurrect | to raise from the dead |
| beneficial | producing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit |
| execrate | to declare to be evil or detestable : denounce |
| bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| seamy | having the rough side of the seam showing |