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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| compendium | a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract |
| scholarly | of, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned |
| cumulative | increasing by successive additions |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| porous | possessing or full of pores |
| propound | to offer for discussion or consideration |
| shoot | to eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger) |
| internecine | of, relating to, or involving conflict within a group |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |