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
diluteattenuate
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
parochialof or relating to a church parish
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior
swipea strong sweeping blow
somnolentof a kind likely to induce sleep
jocularsaid or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful
quietudea quiet state : repose
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm