GRE Word List

SANCTUARY

a consecrated place: such as

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

Random words

WordMeaning
elusivetending to elude: such as
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
sleightdeceitful craftiness
imminentready to take place : happening soon
husbandrythe cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture
verbalizeto express something in words
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light