GRE Word List
IMPIETY
the quality or state of being impious : irreverence
The meaning of the word impiety is the quality or state of being impious : irreverence.
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|---|---|
| apparition | an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon |
| bilk | to block the free development of : frustrate |
| brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
| arrears | the state of being behind in the discharge of obligations |
| contaminate | to soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association |
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
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| allay | to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate |
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