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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| phobia | an exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation |
| blighted | affected with blight (see blight |
| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| stem_from | arise from; originate from |
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| trilogy | a series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme |
| retort | to pay or hurl back : return |
| prowess | distinguished bravery |
| ennui | a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom |