GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
discordlack of agreement or harmony (as between persons, things, or ideas)
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
miragean optical (see optical
swathea band used in swathing
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
recapitulateto retell or restate briefly : summarize
rationa food allowance for one day
reparteea quick and witty reply
aestheticof, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful
allegeto assert without proof or before proving