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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docketa brief written summary of a document : abstract
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torpedoa weapon for destroying ships by rupturing their hulls below the waterline: such as
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time
amorousstrongly moved by love and especially sexual love
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
rapaciousexcessively grasping or covetous
gruntto utter a grunt