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 |
|---|---|
| confine | something (such as borders or walls) that encloses |
| slake | subside |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| torpor | a state of mental and motor inactivity with partial or total insensibility |
| bully | a blustering, browbeating person |
| tenancy | a holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| collected | gathered together |
| tirade | a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language |