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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divestto deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
sovereigntysupreme power especially over a body politic
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
healthyenjoying good health
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
caucusa closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy
askewout of line : at an angle
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum