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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nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
gibberishunintelligible or meaningless language:
ellipticalof, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse
factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
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contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals