GRE Word List

ADORN

to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects

The meaning of the word adorn is to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects.

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WordMeaning
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
scrappyconsisting of scraps
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
supplicantone who supplicates
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
apprehensiveviewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
sepulchera place of burial : tomb