GRE Word List
PHARISAICAL
marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness
The meaning of the word pharisaical is marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| empirical | originating in or based on observation or experience |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |
| betroth | to promise to marry |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| despot | a ruler with absolute power and authority |
| crest | a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration |
| feasible | capable of being done or carried out |
| shoddy | a reclaimed wool from materials that are not felted that is of better quality and longer staple than mungo |
| inviolable | secure from violation or profanation |