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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paragona model of excellence or perfection
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
philologythe study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature
conspireplot
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
sanguinemarked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task
unbridledunrestrained