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 |
|---|---|
| lexicographer | an author or editor of a dictionary |
| default | failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect |
| fester | to generate pus |
| thesis | a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view |
| crotchety | given to crotchets (see crotchet |
| odoriferous | yielding an odor : odorous |
| subversive | the act of subverting : the state of being subverted |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| ruffian | a brutal person : bully |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |