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 |
|---|---|
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| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| impenitent | not penitent |
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| temerity | unreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness |
| romp | one that romps |
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