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.

Random words

WordMeaning
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
withholdto hold back from action : check
miscellanyseparate writings collected in one volume
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
willfulobstinately and often perversely self-willed
reparationa repairing or keeping in repair
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided
gazettenewspaper