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 |
|---|---|
| exploit | deed |
| discrete | constituting a separate entity : individually distinct |
| nutrition | the act or process of nourishing or being nourished |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| inarticulate | incapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings |
| steep | lofty |
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| dismiss | to permit or cause to leave |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| dilute | attenuate |