GRE Word List

DERELICT

abandoned especially by the owner or occupant

The meaning of the word derelict is abandoned especially by the owner or occupant.

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ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
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alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
wrenchto move with a violent twist
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
demurto take exception : object
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
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