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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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titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
platitudethe quality or state of being dull or insipid
proxythe agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another
willfulobstinately and often perversely self-willed
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior