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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|---|---|
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
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| multifarious | having or occurring in great variety : diverse |
| manifest | readily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight |
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