GRE Word List

HERESY

adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma

The meaning of the word heresy is adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma.

Random words

WordMeaning
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
implyto express indirectly
legerdemainsleight of hand
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
squalorthe quality or state of being squalid
internecineof, relating to, or involving conflict within a group
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
compressto press or squeeze together
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering