GRE Word List
SANCTUARY
a consecrated place: such as
The meaning of the word sanctuary is a consecrated place: such as.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |
| throng | a multitude of assembled persons |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| promontory | a high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| trenchant | keen |
| impassive | giving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| castrate | to deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes |