GRE Word List

PROSODY

the study of versification

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

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suspendto debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
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anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate