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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ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
slywise in practical affairs
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
moodinesssubject to depression : gloomy
maculatedmarked with spots : blotched
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
unisonidentity in musical pitch
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
foppishfoolish