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
tawdrycheap and gaudy in appearance or quality
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff
coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
apiaristbeekeeper
sparenot being used
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
exiguousexcessively scanty : inadequate
complementaryserving to fill out or complete