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
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
multilingualof, having, or expressed in several languages
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
paradigmexample
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
snickerto laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance