GRE Word List

DEBRIS

the remains of something broken down or destroyed

The meaning of the word debris is the remains of something broken down or destroyed.

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WordMeaning
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
betokento typify beforehand : presage
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
convergeto tend or move toward one point or one another : come together : meet
cadavera dead body
imputeto lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
integrityfirm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility
esteemthe regard in which one is held