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
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
tartagreeably sharp or acid to the taste
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
bacchanaliana Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry
intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten