GRE Word List

SANCTUARY

a consecrated place: such as

The meaning of the word sanctuary is a consecrated place: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
cholericeasily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered
necromancyconjuration (see conjure
brindledhaving obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground
tracta system of body parts or organs that act together to perform some function
rotundaa round building
parishthe ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)