noun🔗Share(usually in the plural) That which is deserved or merited; a just punishment or reward"After a week of diligent studying, she felt she earned her deserts: a relaxing weekend. "moralvaluephilosophyrightlawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA barren area of land or desolate terrain, especially one with little water or vegetation; a wasteland."The Sahara and the Gobi are vast deserts known for their extreme heat and lack of rain. "geographyareaenvironmentnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAny barren place or situation."The company's stock prices are in the deserts after the CEO scandal. "placesituationenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake."A mother should never desert her children. "moralactionhumancharactersocietyguiltChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo leave one's duty or post, especially to leave a military or naval unit without permission."Anyone found deserting will be punished."militarywaractionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading