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 |
|---|---|
| dynamic | marked by usually continuous and productive activity or change |
| regime | regimen |
| droll | having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| transcendental | transcendent |
| filibuster | an irregular military adventurer |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| soporific | causing or tending to cause sleep |