GRE Word List

DESCRY

to catch sight of

The meaning of the word descry is to catch sight of.

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functionaryone who serves in a certain function
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
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abscissionthe act or process of cutting off : removal
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impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
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devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
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