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
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
yokela naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
exoticintroduced from another country : not native to the place where found
havocwide and general destruction : devastation
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
prolongto lengthen in time : continue