GRE Word List

PEREMPTORY

putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay

The meaning of the word peremptory is putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay.

Random words

WordMeaning
outlandishof or relating to another country : foreign
consonanceharmony or agreement among components
tawdrycheap and gaudy in appearance or quality
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
residualremainder
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
concorda state of agreement : harmony