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.

Random words

WordMeaning
quellto thoroughly overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity
fervidvery hot : burning
icona person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
catapultan ancient military device for hurling missiles
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
assailto attack violently : assault
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation