GRE Word List

ASYLUM

an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary

The meaning of the word asylum is an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary.

Random words

WordMeaning
moribundbeing in the state of dying : approaching death
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
lethargicof, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
inevitableincapable of being avoided or evaded
deferput off
coalitionthe act of coalescing : union