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
circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
stifleto withhold from circulation or expression
asepticpreventing infection
apostateone who commits apostasy
fraughtfull of or accompanied by something specified
fictitiousof, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
hirsutehairy