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
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
reprobationthe act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated
discourseverbal interchange of ideas
vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism
steadfastfirmly fixed in place : immovable
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat