GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
slakesubside
pristinebelonging to the earliest period or state : original
warrantedsanction
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
skirmisha minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
methodicalarranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions