GRE Word List

DEARTH

scarcity that makes dear

The meaning of the word dearth is scarcity that makes dear.

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WordMeaning
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
substantialconsisting of or relating to substance
cullto select from a group : choose
vivaciouslively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly
munificentvery liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
elysianof or relating to Elysium
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other