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
sullengloomily or resentfully silent or repressed
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
componenta constituent part : ingredient
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
bookishof or relating to books
reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily