GRE Word List

FORLORN

bereft

The meaning of the word forlorn is bereft.

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WordMeaning
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
retainto keep in possession or use
humidcontaining or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
shavingthe act of one that shaves
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
habituateto make used to something : accustom
emasculateto deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
hideto put out of sight : secrete