GRE Word List
PAROCHIAL
of or relating to a church parish
The meaning of the word parochial is of or relating to a church parish.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| arduous | hard to accomplish or achieve : difficult |
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| laud | praise |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| crone | a cruel or ugly old woman |