GRE Word List

SANCTIMONIOUS

hypocritically pious or devout

The meaning of the word sanctimonious is hypocritically pious or devout.

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WordMeaning
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
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pestlea usually club-shaped implement for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar see mortar illustration
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal
wrongheadedstubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
dozeto sleep lightly
blushoutward appearance : view