GRE Word List

CATECHISM

oral instruction

The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.

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protractto prolong in time or space : continue
spectralof, relating to, or suggesting a specter : ghostly
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
rightfuljust
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
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personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
induceto move by persuasion or influence
waneto decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
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