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
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
exorbitantnot coming within the scope of the law
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plightto put or give in pledge : engage
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
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