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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discombobulatedcharacterized by confusion or disorder
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
merita praiseworthy quality : virtue
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody