GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
laconicusing or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
gaudyostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial