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
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rotundmarked by roundness : rounded
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manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff