GRE Word List

PROSODY

the study of versification

The meaning of the word prosody is the study of versification.

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WordMeaning
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
subsideto sink or fall to the bottom : settle
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
cordialshowing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
hiatusa break in or as if in a material object : gap
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
fetidhaving a heavy offensive smell