GRE Word List

ORATORIO

a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery

The meaning of the word oratorio is a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery.

Random words

WordMeaning
wardthe action or process of guarding
brinkedge
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
antiquityancient times
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
finitehaving definite or definable limits
compulsionan act of compelling
paucitysmallness of number : fewness