GRE Word List
DEFOLIATE
destroy leaves; deprive of leaves (by the use of chemicals); N. defoliant
The meaning of the word defoliate is destroy leaves; deprive of leaves (by the use of chemicals); N. defoliant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| partisan | one-sided; prejudiced; committed to a party (with dislike of any others); N: strong supporter of a party; guerrilla |
| enduring | lasting; surviving; V. endure: bear (pain or suffering) for a long time; remain alive (in spite of difficulties); last; survive |
| hoax | trick which makes someone take action; practical joke; Ex. hoax mail; V. |
| dull | (of colors or surfaces) not bright; cloudy; overcast; boring; (of edge or sound) not sharp; not rapid; sluggish; slow in thinking and understanding; stupid; V. |
| log | record of a voyage or flight; record of day-to-day activities; section of a trunk; V. |
| uncanny | strange; mysterious; Ex. uncanny knack |
| filth | dirty matter; ADJ. filthy |
| factotum | handyman; person who does all kinds of work; CF. do everything |
| animus | hostile feeling or intent; animosity; hostility; disposition |
| tend | have a tendency; take care of; minister; serve at; apply one's attention; attend |
