GRE Word List

SECT

a dissenting or schismatic religious body

The meaning of the word sect is a dissenting or schismatic religious body.

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WordMeaning
dissentto withhold assent or approval
amphibianan amphibious organism
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
underscoreto draw a line under : underline
malefactorone who commits an offense against the law
fervorintensity of feeling or expression