GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
perimeterthe boundary of a closed plane figure
analgesican agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
underhandin a clandestine manner
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
oligarchygovernment by the few
stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable