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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tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
fanaticismfanatic outlook or behavior
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
breedto produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation
devoidbeing without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
insubstantialnot substantial: such as