GRE Word List
BACKSLIDE
to lapse morally or in the practice of religion
The meaning of the word backslide is to lapse morally or in the practice of religion.
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|---|---|
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| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
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| limp | to walk lamely |
| maleficent | working or productive of harm or evil : baleful |
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