GRE Word List

APOSTATE

one who commits apostasy

The meaning of the word apostate is one who commits apostasy.

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WordMeaning
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
reciteto repeat from memory or read aloud publicly
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
carefreefree from care: such as
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
fluctuateto shift back and forth uncertainly