GRE Word List

SPARSE

of few and scattered elements

The meaning of the word sparse is of few and scattered elements.

Random words

WordMeaning
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income
lapa loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
purgeto clear of guilt
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
antecedeprecede
ostracizeto exile by ostracism