GRE Word List

HOMILY

a usually short sermon

The meaning of the word homily is a usually short sermon.

Random words

WordMeaning
unbridledunrestrained
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
demolitionthe act of demolishing
cupidityinordinate desire for wealth : avarice
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool