GRE Word List

CATECHISM

oral instruction

The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.

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WordMeaning
kismetfate
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
adulterateto corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element
missilecapable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
sheerunqualified
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)