GRE Word List
SCHOLARLY
of, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned
The meaning of the word scholarly is of, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| monotony | tedious sameness |
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |
| berserk | an ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable |
| parochial | of or relating to a church parish |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| shackle | something (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |