GRE Word List

PROSODY

the study of versification

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

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tumultdisorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion
mediateoccupying a middle position
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detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
unrequitednot requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind