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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WordMeaning
aggrandizeto make great or greater : increase
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exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
subservientuseful in an inferior capacity : subordinate
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militateto have weight or effect
rotundaa round building
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