GRE Word List

PROSODY

the study of versification

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

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WordMeaning
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
blushoutward appearance : view
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
aversehaving an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste
latchto lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms
altercationa noisy, heated, angry dispute
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce