GRE Word List

SEAR

being dried and withered

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

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WordMeaning
satellitea celestial body orbiting another of larger size
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
wagto be in motion : stir
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
venisonthe edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come