GRE Word List

PARCHED

deprived of natural moisture

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

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WordMeaning
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
epiloguea concluding section that rounds out the design of a literary work
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
wrytwist