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
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
igneousformed by solidification of magma
reaperone that reaps
leveea reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed
slakesubside
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah