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 |
|---|---|
| inter | to deposit (a dead body) in the earth or in a tomb |
| volatile | characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change |
| doggerel | loosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect |
| legislature | a body of persons having the power to legislate |
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| covenant | a usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| stigma | a mark of shame or discredit : stain |
| desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
| amorous | strongly moved by love and especially sexual love |