GRE Word List

ATTRITION

sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God

The meaning of the word attrition is sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God.

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WordMeaning
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
subsidya grant or gift of money: such as
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
stringenttight
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
ponderousof very great weight
yena strong desire or propensity
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain