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
etherealof or relating to the regions beyond the earth
carnalrelating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites
disjunctiona sharp cleavage : disunion
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
terminologythe technical or special terms used in a business, art, science, or special subject
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
plauditan act or round of applause
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
beguilehoodwink