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
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
resignrelegate
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
indigenousproduced, growing, living, or occurring natively or naturally in a particular region or environment
balkto refuse abruptly
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
remissionthe act or process of remitting
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection