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 |
|---|---|
| sectarian | of, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| malign | evil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious |
| sheer | unqualified |
| expedite | to accelerate the process or progress of : speed up |
| malfeasance | wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official |
| occult | to shut off from view or exposure : cover |
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| illusory | based on or producing illusion : deceptive |