GRE Word List

MOTIF

a usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts)

The meaning of the word motif is a usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts).

Random words

WordMeaning
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
prologuethe preface or introduction to a literary work
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
patoisa dialect other than the standard or literary dialect
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively