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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prophetic | of, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy |
| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| humility | freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble |
| pharisee | a member of a Jewish sect of the intertestamental period noted for strict observance of rites and ceremonies of the written law and for insistence on the validity of their own oral traditions concerning the law |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| condole | grieve |
| eclectic | composed of elements drawn from various sources |
| squander | to spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate |