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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| implacable | not placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated |
| girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
| bivouac | a usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter |
| incumbent | the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice |
| polity | political organization |
| enormity | an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act |
| allegory | the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence |
| misconduct | mismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities |
| remorse | a gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |