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 |
|---|---|
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| doctrine | a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma |
| misapprehension | to apprehend wrongly : misunderstand |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
| hindmost | farthest to the rear : last |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
| sphinx-like | enigmatic; mysterious |
| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
| zany | very eccentric (see eccentric |