GRE Word List

DEARTH

scarcity that makes dear

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

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WordMeaning
functionalof, connected with, or being a function
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
campa place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers)
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
incessantcontinuing or following without interruption : unceasing
thronga multitude of assembled persons