GRE Word List
DERELICTION
an intentional abandonment
The meaning of the word dereliction is an intentional abandonment.
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|---|---|
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
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| dainty | something delicious to the taste |
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| pry | to look closely or inquisitively |
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