GRE Word List

NEOPHYTE

a new convert : proselyte

The meaning of the word neophyte is a new convert : proselyte.

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adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
torpedoa weapon for destroying ships by rupturing their hulls below the waterline: such as
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
creeda brief authoritative formula of religious belief
distinctionthe act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building