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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sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
expediteto accelerate the process or progress of : speed up
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
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servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
amphitheateran oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles
stocka store or supply accumulated or available