GRE Word List
PIOUS
devout; religious; N. piety
The meaning of the word pious is devout; religious; N. piety.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malefactor | evildoer; criminal |
| plight | difficult condition; condition or state (esp. a bad state or condition); predicament |
| copious | plentiful |
| censor | (in ancient Rome) overseer of morals (also taking the census); person who eliminates inappropriate matter; V. |
| ensue | follow (as a result) |
| sonic | of sound or its speed in air; CF. subsonic, supersonic |
| bromide | platitude; chemical compound used to calm excitement |
| chagrin | annoyance and disappointment; vexation (caused by humiliation or injured pride) |
| requiem | mass for the dead; dirge |
| affirmation | positive assertion; confirmation; solemn pledge by one who refuses to take an oath; V. affirm; ADJ. affirmative; CF. affirmative action: positive discrimination |