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
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
havenharbor
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
salineconsisting of or containing salt
consonanceharmony or agreement among components
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
evasivetending or intended to evade : equivocal
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at