GRE Word List

PAEAN

a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph

The meaning of the word paean is a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph.

Random words

WordMeaning
arcadea long arched building or gallery
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
cantankerousdifficult or irritating to deal with
darta light spear
primogeniturethe state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents
imprecationcurse
braggadocioempty boasting
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully