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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amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
limpidmarked by transparency (see transparent
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
conundruman intricate and difficult problem
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense