The 370 GRE Words You Must Know: Passage 09
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The Melody of Life's Eclectic Symphony In a quaint village nestled amidst rolling hills, there lived an ebullient (cheerful, enthusiastic, excited) soul named Isabella. She possessed an eccentric (quirky or unusual) charm that captivated all who encountered her. Her life was an eclectic (composed of a variety of styles, themes, motifs, etc.) masterpiece, composed of a myriad of styles, themes, and motifs. Isabella believed in the efficacy (effectiveness) of embracing the essence of every experience. She saw the world through the lens of an artist, weaving emotions and memories into an elegy (sad poem or song, often in remembrance of someone deceased), a heartfelt ode to the fleeting moments of existence. Her vibrant presence had the power to elicit (provoke a response) a response from even the most reserved individuals. With eloquence (persuasive and articulate speech) and grace, Isabella painted the canvas of conversations, her words a testament to the beauty of human connection. Suc…