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 |
|---|---|
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| allay | to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |
| irrepressible | impossible to repress, restrain, or control |
| undertaker | one who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur |
| crest | a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| malign | evil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious |