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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WordMeaning
detachedstanding by itself : separate
annihilateto cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains
suffragistone who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
adventthe period beginning four Sundays before Christmas and observed by some Christians as a season of prayer and fasting
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
coincorner
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak