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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| virile | having traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree |
| interstice | a space that intervenes between things |
| ventilate | to expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| germinal | being in the earliest stage of development |
| ultimate | last in a progression or series : final |
| striated | marked with striations or striae |