GRE Word List

HOMILY

a usually short sermon

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

Random words

WordMeaning
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
reverendworthy of reverence : revered
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
cessiona yielding to another : concession
incarcerateto put in prison
anecdotea usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
nourishnurture