GRE Word List

PROSODY

the study of versification

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

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allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
vultureany of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion
compriseto be made up of
demurereserved
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
juridicalof or relating to the administration of justice or the office of a judge
mogulan Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin