GRE Word List

MONASTIC

of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns

The meaning of the word monastic is of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns.

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WordMeaning
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
halefree from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
oustto remove from or dispossess of property or position by legal action, by force, or by the compulsion of necessity
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
laxloose
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.