GRE Word List

BEREAVEMENT

the state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone

The meaning of the word bereavement is the state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone.

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WordMeaning
vociferousmarked by or given to vehement insistent outcry
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
underhandin a clandestine manner
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
maladroitlacking adroitness : inept
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
requisitionthe act of formally requiring or calling upon someone to perform an action