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 |
|---|---|
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| contiguous | being in actual contact : touching along a boundary or at a point |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| confluence | a coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point |
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |