GRE Word List
CATECHISM
oral instruction
The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |
| pilfer | steal |
| cosmic | of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |
| knead | to work and press into a mass with or as if with the hands |
| rail | a bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier |
| executive | of or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs |
| haphazard | marked by lack of plan, order, or direction |
| militant | engaged in warfare or combat : fighting |
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