GRE Word List

EXORCISE

to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration

The meaning of the word exorcise is to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration.

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monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
prefigureto show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness
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