GRE Word List

FORLORN

bereft

The meaning of the word forlorn is bereft.

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WordMeaning
predecessorone that precedes
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
invalidateto make invalid
facadethe front of a building
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
blotchto mark or mar with blotches