GRE Word List

MONASTIC

of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns

The meaning of the word monastic is of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns.

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humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
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euphonypleasing or sweet sound
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problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully