GRE Word List
PENANCE
an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
The meaning of the word penance is an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| quibble | to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words |
| artifacts | a usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object |
| ferocious | exhibiting or given to extreme fierceness and unrestrained violence and brutality |
| brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| depict | to represent by or as if by a picture |