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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WordMeaning
sheatheto put into or furnish with a sheath
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
ensconceshelter
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gambolto skip about in play : frisk
depravitya corrupt act or practice
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)