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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libertinea freethinker especially in religious matters
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finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
degradationthe act or process of degrading
prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
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