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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idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
vivisectionthe cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation
lateralof or relating to the side
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
inditemake up
militiaa part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency
presagesomething that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen
zephyra breeze from the west
matrimonythe state of being married : marriage