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 |
| dossier | a file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject |
| mock | to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride |
| loll | to hang loosely or laxly : droop |
| bohemian | a native or inhabitant of Bohemia |
| impuissance | weakness |
| purveyor | one that purveys |
| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
| disinclination | a preference for avoiding something : slight aversion |
| faculty | ability |