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 |
|---|---|
| mulct | fine |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| quaint | pleasingly or strikingly old-fashioned or unfamiliar |
| flaccid | not firm or stiff |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |
| scuttle | a shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce) |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |