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
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
obliterateto remove utterly from recognition or memory
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
egoisma doctrine that individual self-interest is the actual motive of all conscious action
turgidexcessively embellished in style or language : bombastic
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
rationa food allowance for one day
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent