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.
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| generality | the quality or state of being general |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| tawny | of the color tawny |
| deflect | to turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction |
| discretion | individual choice or judgment |
| martial | of, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior |
| dummy | a person who is incapable of speaking |
| carnal | relating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites |
| waver | to vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction |