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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verdantgreen in tint or color
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
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toutto make much of : promote
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
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edifyto instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift
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