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
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derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
desecrate | to violate the sanctity of : profane |
apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
fleck | streak |
fritter | a small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat |
geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
sherbet | a cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice |
deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |
invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
imbroglio | an acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding |