GRE Word List
SECULAR
of or relating to the worldly or temporal
The meaning of the word secular is of or relating to the worldly or temporal.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disconsolate | cheerless |
| potpourri | a mixture of flowers, herbs, and spices that is usually kept in a jar and used for scent |
| pander | to act as a pander |
| pare | to trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of |
| approbation | commendation |
| eclectic | composed of elements drawn from various sources |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| speck | a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| allocate | to apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute |