GRE Word List

DESOLATE

devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted

The meaning of the word desolate is devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted.

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WordMeaning
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
contiguousbeing in actual contact : touching along a boundary or at a point
encircleto form a circle around : surround
therapeuticof or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative
disquisitiona formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
confluencea coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something