GRE Word List

CATECHISM

oral instruction

The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.

Random words

WordMeaning
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
concordatcompact
lineagedescent in a line from a common progenitor
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
niggletrifle
whitthe smallest part or particle imaginable : bit
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom