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

WordMeaning
shoveto push along
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
terminationend in time or existence : conclusion
paramourlover
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
hibernateto pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
scintillateto emit sparks : spark