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.

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WordMeaning
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
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leave-takingdeparture
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worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous
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dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief