GRE Word List
PARCHED
deprived of natural moisture
The meaning of the word parched is deprived of natural moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wizened | to become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| callous | being hardened and thickened |
| scanty | limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent |
| fussy | easily upset : irritable |
| laity | the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy |