GRE Word List

WITHER

to become dry and sapless

The meaning of the word wither is to become dry and sapless.

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WordMeaning
manumitto release from slavery
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
fortitudestrength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
flaccidnot firm or stiff
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
benisonblessing
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
hoarygray or white with or as if with age