GRE Word List

CATECHISM

oral instruction

The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.

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lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
dappledmarked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
cohereto hold together firmly as parts of the same mass
gourmeta connoisseur of food and drink
apiarya place where bees are kept
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad