GRE Word List

PARCHED

deprived of natural moisture

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

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WordMeaning
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource
amicablecharacterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable
necromancyconjuration (see conjure
tardymoving slowly : sluggish
reciprocateto give and take mutually
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
adulterateto corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element
laggardlagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind