Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A word that has more than one syllable, typically more than three.

Example: The word 'unbelievable' is a polysyllable because it has five syllables.

Definition: Relating to a process that involves multiple connections between nerve cells in the nervous system.

Example: The polysynaptic reflex pathway allows for more complex responses to stimuli.

Definition: A writing style that uses many conjunctions in a row to create emphasis or a specific effect.

Example: In her speech, she used polysyndeton to emphasize the overwhelming nature of the situation: "We have ships and men and money and supplies."

Definition: Describing chromosomes that are made up of many strands and have their parts connected together.

Example: The polytene chromosomes in the fruit fly are used for genetic studies due to their large size and distinct banding patterns.

Definition: A condition in which a cell contains polytene chromosomes, which are large chromosomes made up of many strands that have joined together.

Example: The study of polyteny revealed important insights into genetic expression in certain organisms.

Definition: The belief in or worship of multiple gods.

Example: In ancient cultures, polytheism was common, with people worshipping many different deities.

Definition: A person who believes in or supports the idea of multiple gods.

Example: As a polytheist, she worships several deities from different cultures.

Definition: Relating to the belief in or worship of multiple gods.

Example: Many ancient cultures were polytheistic, believing in many different deities.

Definition: Relating to the belief in or worship of multiple gods.

Example: Many ancient cultures were polytheistical, believing in various gods for different aspects of life.

Definition: The use of two or more different musical keys at the same time in a piece of music.

Example: The composer experimented with polytonality to create a unique sound in his latest symphony.