GRE Word List

PROSODY

the study of versification

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

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penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
averto declare positively
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
tranquillitythe quality or state of being tranquil
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
renegeto go back on a promise or commitment
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
palatethe roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant