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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| diabolical | of, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish |
| conceit | favorable opinion |
| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| bequeath | to give or leave by will (see will |
| ragamuffin | a ragged often disreputable person |
| cull | to select from a group : choose |