GRE Word List
METRICAL
of, relating to, or composed in meter
The meaning of the word metrical is of, relating to, or composed in meter.
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| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
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| satire | a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn |
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| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| tan | to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun |
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