GRE Word List

SPARSE

of few and scattered elements

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

Random words

WordMeaning
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
apprehendarrest
breadthdistance from side to side : width
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
enduringlasting
fineryornament
shrewany of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur
parcheddeprived of natural moisture