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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| prehensile | adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
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| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
| mutability | prone to change : inconstant |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| delete | to eliminate especially by blotting out, cutting out, or erasing |
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