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
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
exigencythat which is required in a particular situation
grapplethe act or an instance of grappling
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
unmitigatednot lessened : unrelieved
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
fortitudestrength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage