GRE Word List

DERELICTION

an intentional abandonment

The meaning of the word dereliction is an intentional abandonment.

Random words

WordMeaning
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
compulsorymandatory
laudpraise
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
solicitorone that solicits
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
intelligentsiaintellectuals who form an artistic, social, or political vanguard or elite
retainto keep in possession or use
altruisticrelating to or given to altruism:
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression