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
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
alludeto make indirect reference
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
mogulan Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin
embryonicof or relating to an embryo
parlancespeech
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
unscathedwholly unharmed : not injured
omnipresentpresent in all places at all times