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
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit
reeksmoke
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
environencircle
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
delusivelikely to delude
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
blotchto mark or mar with blotches