GRE Word List

ORDINATION

the act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained

The meaning of the word ordination is the act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained.

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effulgentradiant splendor : brilliance
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repositorya place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
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handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
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lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated