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 |
|---|---|
| harping | a plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| insurgent | a person who revolts against civil authority or an established government |
| calculated | apt |
| mogul | an Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin |
| lust | usually intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness |
| replenish | to fill or build up again |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| ignite | to set afire |