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 |
|---|---|
| rustic | of, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural |
| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| phylum | a direct line of descent within a group |
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| aria | air |
| smattering | superficial piecemeal knowledge |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| coy | marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness |
