GRE Word List

BEREAVED

suffering the death of a loved one

The meaning of the word bereaved is suffering the death of a loved one.

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WordMeaning
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
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preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
lustusually intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness
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genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
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