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
rambleto move aimlessly from place to place
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
maverickan unbranded range animal
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
ventriloquistone who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity