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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WordMeaning
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
pursea small bag for money
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people
singularof or relating to a separate person or thing : individual
subjectiveof, relating to, or constituting a subject: such as