aesthetic

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archaic

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cosmopolitan

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elegiac

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fecund

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grandiloquent

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jejune

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lugubrious

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pedestrian

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philistine

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ponderous

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trite

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Cacophony is a literary device where harsh, unpleasant, or clashing sounds are used to create a sense of disruption or discomfort. This often involves using sharp or grating consonant sounds that do not blend well together. For example, the phrase "The clash and clamor of the chaotic crowd" uses cacophony to convey a sense of disorder and noise. Cacophony is used to enhance the mood, reflect chaos or discomfort, and draw attention to particular aspects of a text.

What is "cacophony"?

cacophony

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A crescendo is a gradual increase in the volume of music, where the sound gets louder and more intense over time. This musical term directs performers to slowly build up the volume of their playing or singing, creating a growing sense of excitement or tension. Crescendos are often used to add dramatic effect and to enhance the emotional impact of a piece, leading to a climax or more powerful moment in the music.

What is a "crescendo"?

crescendo

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ersatz

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. It is used to emphasize a point or create a strong impression by overstating something beyond its normal limits. For example, saying "I have told you a million times" is an exaggeration meant to stress the speaker's frustration with repetition. Hyperbole adds emphasis and can make descriptions more vivid or dramatic.

What is "hyperbole"?

hyperbole

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A lament is a poem or song that expresses deep sorrow, mourning, or regret, often in response to loss or tragedy. This form captures the feelings of grief and reflects on themes such as death, longing, and unfulfilled desires. Laments can vary in structure and length but typically convey a sense of emotional intensity and personal reflection. They may be written in the first person, allowing the speaker to convey their individual experience of loss. Common in various cultures and literary traditions, laments often serve as a means of processing grief and honoring the memory of what has been lost.

What is a "lament"?

lament

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lampoon

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Malapropism is the unintentional use of a word that sounds similar to the intended word but has a completely different meaning, often resulting in a humorous effect. This occurs when someone confuses one word with another that sounds alike, leading to a mix-up in communication. For example, saying "He is the pineapple of politeness" instead of "He is the pinnacle of politeness" illustrates a malapropism. Such mistakes can add humor to conversation but may also cause confusion if the listener does not understand the intended meaning.

What is "malapropism"?

malapropism

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monotony

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palimpsest

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preamble

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A prologue is an introductory section at the beginning of a book, play, film, or other narrative work. It provides background information, context, or a preview of events that will unfold. The prologue helps to establish the setting, introduce key themes, or present important characters and their situations before the main narrative begins.

What is a "prologue"?

prologue

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recapitulation

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screed

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to bowdlerize

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to conflate

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Here you will learn some English words about art and culture, such as "elegiac", "jejune", "trite", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

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Cultural Sphere and Arts

Words related to "Art and Culture" | Advanced Vocabulary for the GRE