GRE Word List

PASTICHE

a literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work

The meaning of the word pastiche is a literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work.

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WordMeaning
insolencethe quality or state of being insolent
tawdrycheap and gaudy in appearance or quality
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
reprisala retaliatory act
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism