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 |
|---|---|
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| somatic | of, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm |
| ewe | the female of the sheep especially when mature |
| pliable | supple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking |
| clipper | one that clips something |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| demure | reserved |
| unassailable | not assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question |
| consummate | extremely skilled and accomplished |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |