GRE Word List
CRYPT
a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground
The meaning of the word crypt is a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| rebuke | to criticize sharply : reprimand |
| acknowledge | to recognize the rights, authority, or status of |
| moodiness | subject to depression : gloomy |
| institution | an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| sear | being dried and withered |
| precipitate | to throw violently : hurl |
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| regicide | a person who kills a king |