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
raimentclothing
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
mundaneof, relating to, or characteristic of the world
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
vilifyto utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
complicityassociation or participation in or as if in a wrongful act