Coda
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noun
Definition
a concluding section that rounds off a work or event
Examples
“The novel's quiet coda revisits the characters a decade later.”
“A brief coda of slow chords brought the symphony to a hush.”
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GRE Tip
Coda is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "conclusion" or "finale" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "prelude".
Related GRE Words
digression
a temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing
preamble
an introductory statement; a preliminary preface
rambling
Lengthy and confused or inconsequential; sprawling
aberrant
Deviating from what is normal or expected
aberration
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected
abeyance
a state of temporary suspension or inactivity
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