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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disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
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tingea slight staining or suffusing shade or color
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
dearthscarcity that makes dear
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
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homilya usually short sermon
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby