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 |
|---|---|
| debut | a first appearance |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time |
| exuberance | the quality or state of being exuberant |
| pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| buffoon | a ludicrous figure : clown |
| primate | a bishop who has precedence in a province, a group of provinces, or a nation |