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 |
|---|---|
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| obscure | dark |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| nomenclature | name |
| optimist | a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism |
| gamely | a physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other |
| bellicose | favoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars |
| saboteur | one that practices sabotage |
| odious | arousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful |