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 |
|---|---|
| purport | to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred) |
| chortle | to sing or chant exultantly |
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| poignancy | the quality or state of being poignant |
| exasperate | to cause irritation or annoyance to |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |