GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

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WordMeaning
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
haggardnot tamed
obscuredark
condigndeserved
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry