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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|---|---|
| unequivocal | leaving no doubt : clear |
| sensitization | the action or process of sensitizing |
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| foreshadow | to represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure |
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