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
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
psychiatrista medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychiatry
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
retrenchcut down
dieto pass from physical life : expire
striatedmarked with striations or striae