GRE Word List

DESTITUTE

lacking something needed or desirable

The meaning of the word destitute is lacking something needed or desirable.

Random words

WordMeaning
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
nauseateto become affected with nausea
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
deputizeto appoint as deputy
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
idlenot occupied or employed: such as
omnipotentalmighty
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
barefacedhaving the face uncovered: