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
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
prosodythe study of versification
tediumthe quality or state of being tedious : tediousness
pliablesupple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking
outgoinggoing away : departing
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
bestialof or relating to beasts
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
concatenatelinked together