GRE Word List

PIETY

the quality or state of being pious: such as

The meaning of the word piety is the quality or state of being pious: such as.

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WordMeaning
leonineof, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
emulateto strive to equal or excel
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
ethnologya branch of cultural anthropology dealing chiefly with the comparative and analytical study of cultures
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate