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.

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WordMeaning
drasticacting rapidly or violently
mentora friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
paragona model of excellence or perfection
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
loga usually bulky piece or length of a cut or fallen tree
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
manneredhaving manners of a specified kind
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement