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
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
rampa sloping way or plane: such as
caulkto stop up and make tight against leakage (something, such as a boat or its seams, the cracks in a window frame, or the joints of a pipe)
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
primto give a prim or demure expression to
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
induceto move by persuasion or influence
personablepleasant or amiable in person : attractive
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at