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 |
|---|---|
| immobility | not moving : motionless |
| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| chaotic | marked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered |
| absolute | free from imperfection : perfect |
| quay | a structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place |
| beeline | a straight direct course |
| ideology | a manner or the content of thinking characteristic of an individual, group, or culture |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |