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
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
antediluvianof or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
amendto put right
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
imbibedrink
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language