GRE Word List

DEFUNCT

no longer living, existing, or functioning

The meaning of the word defunct is no longer living, existing, or functioning.

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WordMeaning
hibernateto pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
mendaciousgiven to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth
smeara viscous or sticky substance
torrenta violent or forceful flow of fluid
jadedfatigued by overwork : exhausted
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act