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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euphoriaa feeling of well-being or elation
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
abateto decrease in force or intensity
revertto come or go back (as to a former condition, period, or subject)
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beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
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haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness