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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WordMeaning
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
bludgeona short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
lachrymosegiven to tears or weeping : tearful
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay