GRE Word List

FORERUNNER

one that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as

The meaning of the word forerunner is one that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
stalematea drawing position in chess in which a player is not in checkmate but has no legal move to play
bourgeoisof, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class
sidetracksiding
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)
biennialoccurring every two years
derelictionan intentional abandonment
chroniccontinuing or occurring again and again for a long time