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 |
|---|---|
| inclusive | broad in orientation or scope |
| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
| memento | something that serves to warn or remind |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| cumbersome | unwieldy because of heaviness and bulk |
| tremor | a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease |
| elicit | to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response) |
| statute | a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government |