GRE Word List

SPARSE

of few and scattered elements

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

Random words

WordMeaning
betokento typify beforehand : presage
daintysomething delicious to the taste
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
rapaciousexcessively grasping or covetous
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
posteritythe offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
militateto have weight or effect
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious