GRE Word List

BEREFT

deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something

The meaning of the word bereft is deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something.

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WordMeaning
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college
planeairplane
bestowto put to use : apply
partisana firm adherent to a party, faction, cause, or person
amnesialoss of memory due usually to brain injury, shock, fatigue, repression, or illness
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings