GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| factious | of or relating to faction: such as |
| modicum | a small portion : a limited quantity |
| negligible | so small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling |
| hardy | bold |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| scad | any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus) |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |