GRE Word List

SHRIVEL

to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture

The meaning of the word shrivel is to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture.

Random words

WordMeaning
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
discrepancythe quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance
dilapidateddecayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
snubto check or stop with a cutting retort : rebuke
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing