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.

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WordMeaning
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
ideologya manner or the content of thinking characteristic of an individual, group, or culture
tawdrycheap and gaudy in appearance or quality
pedanticof, relating to, or being a pedant
nomenclaturename
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
affluenceabundance of property : wealth
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
amazona member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology