GRE Word List
WITHER
to become dry and sapless
The meaning of the word wither is to become dry and sapless.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peripheral | of, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| malapropos | in an inappropriate or inopportune way |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| commemorate | to call to remembrance |
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| apoplexy | stroke |
| bowdlerize | to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar |
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |