GRE Word List

PRIVATION

an act or instance of depriving : deprivation

The meaning of the word privation is an act or instance of depriving : deprivation.

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WordMeaning
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
saunterto walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll
analogoussimilar or comparable to something else either in general or in some specific detail
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
cauterizeto sear with a cautery or caustic
halcyoncharacterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor