GRE Word List

SANCTUARY

a consecrated place: such as

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

Random words

WordMeaning
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
thronga multitude of assembled persons
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
trenchantkeen
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
castrateto deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes