GRE Word List
DEFOLIATE
to deprive of leaves especially prematurely
The meaning of the word defoliate is to deprive of leaves especially prematurely.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| novelty | something new or unusual |
| leeway | an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance |
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| sinuous | of a serpentine or wavy form : winding |
| sardonic | disdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking |
| bequeath | to give or leave by will (see will |