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
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
quivera case for carrying or holding arrows
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
aboriginalbeing the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
requisitionthe act of formally requiring or calling upon someone to perform an action
mediumsomething in a middle position
receptiveable or inclined to receive