GRE Word List

PURGATORY

an intermediate state after death for expiatory purification

The meaning of the word purgatory is an intermediate state after death for expiatory purification.

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environencircle
underlyinglying beneath or below
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anthema song or hymn of praise or gladness
potablesuitable for drinking
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