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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| atone | to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| palatial | of, relating to, or being a palace |
| bereft | deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something |
| trinket | a small ornament (such as a jewel or ring) |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| unction | the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing |
| mayhem | needless or willful damage or violence |