GRE Word List
PROSODY
the study of versification
The meaning of the word prosody is the study of versification.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indentation | the blank space produced by indenting : indention |
| reverie | daydream |
| alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
| accord | to grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| versatile | embracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills |
| sap | the fluid part of a plant |
| flaccid | not firm or stiff |
| ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
| provender | dry food for domestic animals : feed |