GRE Word List
LAITY
the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
The meaning of the word laity is the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nascent | coming or having recently come into existence |
| conversant | having knowledge or experience |
| gibberish | unintelligible or meaningless language: |
| elliptical | of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse |
| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| indiscriminate | not marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment |
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |