GRE Word List
WORLDLY
of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
The meaning of the word worldly is of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs.
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| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| tread | to step or walk on or over |
| prevaricate | to deviate from the truth : equivocate |
| overt | open to view : manifest |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
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| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
| discrete | constituting a separate entity : individually distinct |
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
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