GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

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WordMeaning
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
stemthe main trunk of a plant
sounda particular auditory impression : tone
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
wretcha miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune
capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
filthfoul or putrid matter