GRE Word List

DESECRATE

to violate the sanctity of : profane

The meaning of the word desecrate is to violate the sanctity of : profane.

Random words

WordMeaning
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
violatebreak
begetto procreate as the father : sire
marginthe part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter
forebearsancestor
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief