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
depictto represent by or as if by a picture
remittancea sum of money remitted
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coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
pushyaggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward
rustleto make or cause a rustle