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
quashto suppress or extinguish summarily and completely
billowingwave
earmarka mark of identification on the ear of an animal
chaplaina clergyman in charge of a chapel
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
posteritythe offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
supinelying on the back or with the face upward
throbto pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
suitorone that petitions or entreats