GRE Word List

SHED

to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted

The meaning of the word shed is to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted.

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WordMeaning
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
impetusa driving force : impulse
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
transientpassing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
dankunpleasantly moist or wet
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
inditemake up
wistfulfull of yearning or desire tinged with melancholy
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
decrepitudethe quality or state of being decrepit