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.

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WordMeaning
lethalof, relating to, or causing death
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
concorda state of agreement : harmony
dronea stingless male bee (as of the honeybee) that has the role of mating with the queen and does not gather nectar or pollen
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
stinkto emit a strong offensive odor
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment