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
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
felonone who has committed a felony
irresoluteuncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating
belligerentinclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness
prefigureto show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
regimenta military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions