GRE Word List

LAYMAN

a person who is not a member of the clergy

The meaning of the word layman is a person who is not a member of the clergy.

Random words

WordMeaning
loftyelevated in character and spirit : noble
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
detachedstanding by itself : separate
propulsivetending or having power to propel
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
adagea saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
decimateto select by lot and kill every tenth man of
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
ephemerallasting a very short time