GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| execrate | to declare to be evil or detestable : denounce |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| adulterate | to corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element |
| laggard | lagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind |