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
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
preternaturalexisting outside of nature
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
shystera person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger
scantylimited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent
unfrockdefrock
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples