GRE Word List
DEBRIS
rubble; wreckage; scattered remains of something broken or destroyed
The meaning of the word debris is rubble; wreckage; scattered remains of something broken or destroyed.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| squat | short and thick; stocky; Ex. ugly squat tower; V. N. |
| innuendo | indirect or subtle (derogatory) hint; insinuation; Ex. sexual innuendo |
| propellant | substance which propels or drives forward (such as an explosive charge or a rocket fuel) |
| anvil | iron block used in hammering out metals |
| indiscriminate | choosing at random; confused; not based on careful distinctions |
| astute | wise; shrewd; keen; seeing quickly something that is to one's advantage |
| confine | shut in an enclosed space; restrict; keep within limits; N. confinement |
| foray | raid; sudden raid or military advance; V. |
| reputable | respectable; having a good reputation |
| feature | distinctive part of the faces (as the eyes or mouth); features: overall appearance of the face; prominent or distinctive quality; prominent article; film; V: make prominent |
