GRE Word List
PREAMBLE
an introductory statement
The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| explicit | fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent |
| climactic | of, relating to, or constituting a climax |
| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| insubstantial | not substantial: such as |
| bacchanalia | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |
| tiller | one that tills : cultivator |
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |
| bugaboo | an imaginary object of fear |