GRE Word List

DESICCATE

to dry up

The meaning of the word desiccate is to dry up.

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WordMeaning
foregoto go before : precede
impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
shunto avoid deliberately and especially habitually
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
searbeing dried and withered
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights