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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disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
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diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
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shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces