GRE Word List

PROSAIC

characteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual

The meaning of the word prosaic is characteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual.

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WordMeaning
mauvea moderate purple, violet, or lilac color
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
flounderflatfish
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
executionerone who executes
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness