GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |
| derivation | the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix) |
| coquette | a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men |
| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
| tact | a keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense |
| isthmus | a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas |
| promontory | a high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |