GRE Word List
PREAMBLE
an introductory statement
The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sacrilegious | committing or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| vicissitude | the quality or state of being changeable : mutability |
| adore | to worship or honor as a deity or as divine |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
| commiserate | to feel or express sympathy : condole |
| rote | the use of memory usually with little intelligence |
| colander | a perforated utensil for washing or draining food |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |