GRE Word List

CURSORY

rapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty

The meaning of the word cursory is rapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty.

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WordMeaning
gistessence; main point; substance
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
crescendoa gradual increase
omnipresentpresent in all places at all times
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
prunea plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation