GRE Word List

ORTHODOX

conforming to established doctrine especially in religion

The meaning of the word orthodox is conforming to established doctrine especially in religion.

Random words

WordMeaning
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
compilationthe act or process of compiling
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
insurmountableincapable of being surmounted : insuperable
high-flownexceedingly or excessively high or favorable
incommodiousnot commodious : inconvenient
placeboa usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder