GRE Word List

DESPONDENT

feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression

The meaning of the word despondent is feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression.

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WordMeaning
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
outgoinggoing away : departing
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alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
sumptuousextremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
commiserateto feel or express sympathy : condole
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