GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
geriatricsa branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people
inclementlacking mildness: such as
accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
smeara viscous or sticky substance
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance