GRE Word List

SPARSE

of few and scattered elements

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

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historichistorical
senilitythe quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age
recuperateto get back : regain
coupa sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
incursiona hostile entrance into a territory : raid
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
torrenta violent or forceful flow of fluid