GRE Word List

SEAR

being dried and withered

The meaning of the word sear is being dried and withered.

Random words

WordMeaning
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
procurementthe act or process of procuring
quadrupedan animal having four feet
misadventuremisfortune
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)