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.

Random words

WordMeaning
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
artfulperformed with or showing art or skill