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 |
|---|---|
| perjury | the voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing |
| obtuse | not pointed or acute : blunt |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |
| fervid | very hot : burning |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| blight | a disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers) |
| document | proof |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| commodious | comfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |