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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| malaise | an indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness |
| martinet | a strict disciplinarian |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| olfactory | of or relating to the sense of smell |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| junket | trip |
| incrustation | a crust or hard coating |