GRE Word List

SANCTUARY

a consecrated place: such as

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

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WordMeaning
lanknot well filled out : slender
gradationa series forming successive stages
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
braga pompous or boastful statement
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
mata piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support
throttleto compress the throat of : choke