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.

Random words

WordMeaning
intermediarymediator
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
adjunctsomething joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing