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 |
|---|---|
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| diverse | differing from one another : unlike |
| hirsute | hairy |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| migratory | of, relating to, or characterized by migration |
| dingy | dirty |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| querulous | habitually complaining |