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 |
|---|---|
| maxim | a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct |
| wallow | to roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner |
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| pharisaical | marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| entice | to attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |
| mottled | marked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors |