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 |
|---|---|
| aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| gush | to issue copiously or violently |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |
| babble | to talk enthusiastically or excessively |
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |
| monotony | tedious sameness |
| proviso | an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition |