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

WordMeaning
repositorya place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
licensepermission to act
jocosegiven to joking : merry
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
encircleto form a circle around : surround
emendto correct usually by textual alterations