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
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
prodigiouscausing amazement or wonder
malefactorone who commits an offense against the law
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
providentfrugal
purportedreputed
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
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