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
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
odoriferousyielding an odor : odorous
denominationan act of denominating
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
belieto give a false impression of
raffleto engage in a raffle
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
distinctionthe act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference