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 |
|---|---|
| proselytize | to induce someone to convert to one's faith |
| decomposition | to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds |
| apparition | an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| invert | to reverse in position, order, or relationship |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| accommodate | to provide with something desired, needed, or suited |