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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| chapel | a subordinate or private place of worship: such as |
| inception | an act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| warren | a place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant) |
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
| inevitable | incapable of being avoided or evaded |
| defer | put off |
| coalition | the act of coalescing : union |