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
swipea strong sweeping blow
shoveto push along
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
yoretime past and especially long past