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 |
|---|---|
| tirade | a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language |
| calumny | a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation |
| puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |
| renounce | to give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration |
| fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |
| remiss | negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless |
| breed | to produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation |
| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| insubstantial | not substantial: such as |