GRE Word List
PARISH
the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor
The meaning of the word parish is the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| hazard | a source of danger |
| malediction | curse |
| celibate | of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy: |
| scion | descendant |
| obituary | a notice of a person's death usually with a short biographical account |
| parochial | of or relating to a church parish |
| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |