GRE Word List
SPARSE
of few and scattered elements
The meaning of the word sparse is of few and scattered elements.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| chase | the hunting of wild animals |
| ulcer | a break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus |
| misapprehension | to apprehend wrongly : misunderstand |
| thrall | a state of servitude or submission |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| inamorata | a woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations |
| ward | the action or process of guarding |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |