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.

Random words

WordMeaning
optimumthe amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end
eclipticof or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse
malignevil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
forlornbereft
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
extantcurrently or actually existing
prescienceforeknowledge of events:
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
alludeto make indirect reference