GRE Word List
PONTIFICAL
episcopal attire
The meaning of the word pontifical is episcopal attire.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transport | to transfer or convey from one place to another |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| nadir | the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer |
| scion | descendant |
| embark | to go on board a vehicle for transportation |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| tipple | to drink liquor especially by habit or to excess |
| culprit | one accused of or charged with a crime |
| phoenix | a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period |