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
physiologicalof or relating to physiology
afterlifean existence after death
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
lugubriousmournful
desiccateto dry up
lagone that lags or is last
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
decipherdecode
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent