GRE Word List
DEFOLIATE
to deprive of leaves especially prematurely
The meaning of the word defoliate is to deprive of leaves especially prematurely.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| rift | fissure |
| countenance | look |
| soar | to fly aloft or about |
| fervor | intensity of feeling or expression |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| partiality | the quality or state of being partial : bias |