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 |
|---|---|
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |
| leeway | an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance |
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| stratagem | an artifice or trick in war for deceiving and outwitting the enemy |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
| swell | to expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |