GRE Word List
CONSECRATE
dedicated to a sacred purpose
The meaning of the word consecrate is dedicated to a sacred purpose.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| officious | volunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| humdrum | monotonous |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
| unique | being the only one : sole |
| skim | to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance |
| filial | of, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter |
| benefit | something that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage |
| evenhanded | fair |