GRE Word List

DERELICTION

an intentional abandonment

The meaning of the word dereliction is an intentional abandonment.

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apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
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robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
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