GRE Word List

CATECHISM

oral instruction

The meaning of the word catechism is oral instruction.

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WordMeaning
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
disproportionlack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity
peccadilloa slight offense
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
braidto make from braids
mulctfine
postulatedemand