GRE Word List
FORESIGHT
ability to foresee future happenings; prudence in providing for the future
The meaning of the word foresight is ability to foresee future happenings; prudence in providing for the future.
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carillon | a set of bells (often in a tower) capable of being played |
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tertiary | third in order or rank |
tribunal | court of justice |
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gloss | brief explanation note or translation of a difficult expression; V. |
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