GRE Word List

CEREMONIOUS

devoted to forms and ceremony

The meaning of the word ceremonious is devoted to forms and ceremony.

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pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
mediateoccupying a middle position
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
fabricateinvent
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate