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

WordMeaning
contumaciousstubbornly disobedient : rebellious
headlongheadfirst
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
fraughtfull of or accompanied by something specified
immunenot susceptible or responsive
cloistera monastic establishment
lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose
candorunreserved, honest, or sincere expression : forthrightness
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous