GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| viand | an item of food |
| carapace | a bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab) |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| lax | loose |
| denomination | an act of denominating |
| tend | to exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce |
| implore | to make an earnest request to (someone) : beg |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| mangle | to injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing |