GRE Word List
PHILOLOGY
the study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature
The meaning of the word philology is the study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| satire | a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| culprit | one accused of or charged with a crime |
| dilute | attenuate |
| smudge | to make a smudge on |
| finale | the close or termination of something: such as |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| preponderance | a superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength |
| irrelevant | not relevant : inapplicable |