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
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
laxloose
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
exploitdeed
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
bodeto indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness