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
codaa concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
plutocracygovernment by the wealthy
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
durationcontinuance in time
impregnateto cause to be filled, imbued, permeated, or saturated
bridlethe headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit
pontificalepiscopal attire