GRE Word List

BLASPHEMY

the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God

The meaning of the word blasphemy is the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God.

Random words

WordMeaning
charlatanquack
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
depredationto lay waste : plunder
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
proxythe agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection