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
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
groucha fit of bad temper
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
delugean overflowing of the land by water
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
embezzlementto appropriate (something, such as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand
serenitythe quality or state of being serene
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)