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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consequentialof the nature of a secondary result : indirect
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penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
glacialsuggestive of ice: such as
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom