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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WordMeaning
depositiona testifying especially before a court
prowessdistinguished bravery
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
peddleto travel about with wares for sale
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
anticlimaxthe usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something