GRE Word List

DESECRATE

to violate the sanctity of : profane

The meaning of the word desecrate is to violate the sanctity of : profane.

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WordMeaning
climeclimate
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preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
corrosivetending or having the power to corrode
piedof two or more colors in blotches
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
husbanda male partner in a marriage