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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insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
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boostto push or shove up from below
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wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle