GRE Word List

MISCELLANY

separate writings collected in one volume

The meaning of the word miscellany is separate writings collected in one volume.

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sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
philologythe study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature
tinta usually slight or pale coloration : hue
bedizento dress or adorn gaudily
congenitalexisting at or dating from birth