GRE Word List

PARCHED

deprived of natural moisture

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

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WordMeaning
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
sobernot intoxicated
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
inconsistencyan instance of being inconsistent
fervidvery hot : burning
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due