GRE Word List

EDIFY

to instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift

The meaning of the word edify is to instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift.

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exudeto ooze out
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
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devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)