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
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
concordatcompact
blackballto vote against
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
pastichea literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
platitudethe quality or state of being dull or insipid
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground