Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A situation where someone leaves a group or organization to join another, often for political reasons.

Example: His defection from the party surprised everyone.

Definition: A person who leaves their country or group to join another, often for political reasons.

Example: The defector revealed important information about the government's plans.

Definition: The process of making something less feminine or removing feminine characteristics.

Example: The defeminization of certain roles in society has led to a shift in gender perceptions.

Definition: To protect oneself or something from harm or attack; to take action to support or justify something.

Example: In the game, the players must defend their goal from the opposing team.

Definition: To protect someone or something from harm or attack, or to argue in support of a person or idea.

Example: The lawyer will defend her client in court.

Definition: Able to be protected or justified against attack or criticism.

Example: The lawyer presented a defendable case in court.

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

Definition: A person who is accused in a court of law and must defend themselves against the charges.

Example: The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against him.

Definition: To throw someone or something out of a window.

Example: In a fit of anger, he decided to defenestrate the old computer.

Definition: The act of throwing someone or something out of a window.

Example: The defenestration of the old chair was a dramatic moment in the renovation.

Definition: A way to protect or support something, often used in legal or sports contexts.

Example: The team's defense was strong, preventing the other side from scoring any points.

Definition: To take action to protect or guard against an attack or challenge.

Example: The team worked hard to defense their goal during the match.

Definition: Not having any protection or means to defend oneself; easily harmed or attacked.

Example: The defenseless animals needed help to survive in the wild.