GRE Word List

SOLEMNITY

formal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event

The meaning of the word solemnity is formal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event.

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WordMeaning
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
viablecapable of living
dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others
serenitythe quality or state of being serene
amendto put right
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided