GRE Word List

MELANCHOLY

depression of spirits : dejection

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

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WordMeaning
perforateto make a hole through
dozeto sleep lightly
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
breadthdistance from side to side : width
cupidityinordinate desire for wealth : avarice
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
fetishan object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
imbalancelack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
discretionindividual choice or judgment