GRE Word List

RELIC

an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr

The meaning of the word relic is an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr.

Random words

WordMeaning
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
predetermineforeordain
adversitya state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
seduceto persuade to disobedience or disloyalty
stygianof or relating to the river Styx