GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| allegiance | the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| vigilante | a member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate) |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| isthmus | a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas |
| gerontocracy | rule by elders |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| prophetic | of, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy |
| choir | an organized company of singers (as in a church service) |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |