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
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
sentinelsentry
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
peripheralof, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
cohortscompanion
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
continencethe ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
stagnantnot flowing in a current or stream