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 |
|---|---|
| defile | to make unclean or impure: such as |
| groom | bridegroom |
| mercenary | one that serves merely for wages |
| discourse | verbal interchange of ideas |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| dyspeptic | indigestion |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| herd | a typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| cower | to shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays |