GRE Word List

PARCHED

deprived of natural moisture

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

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WordMeaning
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
debunkto expose the sham (see sham
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
grazeto feed on growing herbage, attached algae, or phytoplankton
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
jurisprudencethe science or philosophy of law
underscoreto draw a line under : underline
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts