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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| polygamist | marriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| bewitch | to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft |
| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| sentimental | marked or governed by feeling, sensibility, or emotional idealism |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| perpetual | continuing forever : everlasting |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |