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 |
|---|---|
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| vivisection | the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| indite | make up |
| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |
| presage | something that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen |
| zephyr | a breeze from the west |
| matrimony | the state of being married : marriage |