GRE Word List

PARCHED

deprived of natural moisture

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

Random words

WordMeaning
willfulobstinately and often perversely self-willed
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
outlooka place offering a view
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
hoarda supply or fund stored up and often hidden away
dialecticalof, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man