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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| turbid | thick or opaque with or as if with roiled sediment |
| extant | currently or actually existing |
| incessant | continuing or following without interruption : unceasing |
| initiate | to cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
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| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
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