GRE Word List

ROSTRUM

an ancient Roman platform for public orators

The meaning of the word rostrum is an ancient Roman platform for public orators.

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WordMeaning
haranguea speech addressed to a public assembly
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proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
rustleto make or cause a rustle
monochromea painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue
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rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation