GRE Word List
DESOLATE
devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
The meaning of the word desolate is devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |
| dilate | to become enlarged or widened |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| willowy | abounding with willows |
| abortive | prematurely born |
| defer | put off |
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| maxim | a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct |
| indomitable | incapable of being subdued : unconquerable |