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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| boon | a timely benefit : blessing |
| mercurial | of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury |
| psychosomatic | of, relating to, concerned with, or involving both mind and body |
| deranged | mentally unsound : crazy |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| ambrosia | the food of the Greek and Roman gods |
| confidant | one to whom secrets are entrusted |
| wan | suggestive of poor health : sickly |
| spurn | to reject with disdain or contempt : scorn |