GRE Word List

IDOLATRY

the worship of a physical object as a god

The meaning of the word idolatry is the worship of a physical object as a god.

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WordMeaning
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
pilfersteal
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
unmitigatednot lessened : unrelieved
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
incendiaryigniting combustible materials spontaneously