GRE Word List
HOMILY
a usually short sermon
The meaning of the word homily is a usually short sermon.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| whimsical | resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |
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| stifle | to withhold from circulation or expression |
| cauterize | to sear with a cautery or caustic |
| flair | a skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| wan | suggestive of poor health : sickly |