GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
tertiaryof third rank, importance, or value
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
teneta principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true