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
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
sublimatesublime
suitorone that petitions or entreats
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
zesta piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
conceitfavorable opinion
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently