GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
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|---|---|
| girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
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| smother | to kill by depriving of air |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| concomitant | accompanying especially in a subordinate or incidental way |
| regent | a person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign |
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| sophist | philosopher |
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |