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 |
|---|---|
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| cornice | the molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration |
| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| resign | relegate |
| efficacy | the power to produce an effect |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| amend | to put right |
| repress | to check by or as if by pressure : curb |
| missive | a written communication : letter |