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).

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WordMeaning
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
hallowedholy
vulgarlacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse
politicpolitical
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
limpidmarked by transparency (see transparent
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
covenanta usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact