GRE Word List

DESTITUTE

lacking something needed or desirable

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

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WordMeaning
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
frictionthe rubbing of one body against another
expiateto make amends for
choicethe act of choosing : selection
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on