GRE Word List

DECRY

to depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly

The meaning of the word decry is to depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly.

Random words

WordMeaning
appriseto give notice to : tell
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
contrabandillegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling
parlancespeech
chaplaina clergyman in charge of a chapel
venuelocale
briskkeenly alert : lively
malicioushaving or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate