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AP English Literature
Barren refers to a setting that is empty, devoid of life or vegetation. It suggests a lack of fertility or growth.
Bleak: A bleak setting is depressing or dreary, often lacking hope or optimism.
Sterile: A sterile setting is completely free from life or any form of contamination.
Lifeless: Describing a setting as lifeless means it lacks vitality, energy, or activity.