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
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
casualsubject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance
exegesisexposition
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
crypticsecret
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
hydrophobiarabies
vitiateto make faulty or defective : impair