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
intellectthe power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
waggishresembling or characteristic of a wag
smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way
frenziedfeeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression