GRE Word List

PARCHED

deprived of natural moisture

The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.

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WordMeaning
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
inerrancyexemption from error : infallibility
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
compressto press or squeeze together
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar