GRE Word List

MONOGRAPH

a learned treatise on a small area of learning

The meaning of the word monograph is a learned treatise on a small area of learning.

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stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
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brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
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devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
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complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
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