GRE Word List
TRILOGY
a series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme
The meaning of the word trilogy is a series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme.
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| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |
| conglomeration | the act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated |
| enormity | an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| beeline | a straight direct course |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| wrangle | to dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |