GRE Word List

CATECHISM

oral instruction

The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.

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spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
pariaha member of a low caste of southern India
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
pursea small bag for money
stifleto withhold from circulation or expression
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing