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
acclivityan ascending slope (as of a hill)
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
attritionsorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
isotopeany of two or more species of atoms of a chemical element with the same atomic number and nearly identical chemical behavior but with differing atomic mass or mass number and different physical properties
componenta constituent part : ingredient
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict
retentivehaving the power, property, or capacity of retaining
shoveto push along
extolto praise highly : glorify