GRE Word List

RHAPSODY

a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation

The meaning of the word rhapsody is a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation.

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anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond
foddersomething fed to domestic animals
betrothto promise to marry
meretriciousof or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution
jovialcharacterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
integralessential to completeness : constituent
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional