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.

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premonitorygiving warning
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intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
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chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
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betrayto lead astray