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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WordMeaning
morticianundertaker
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tinta usually slight or pale coloration : hue
comestibleedible
healthyenjoying good health
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headfirstwith the head foremost
exegesisexposition