GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
prudentcharacterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as
candorunreserved, honest, or sincere expression : forthrightness
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
ewethe female of the sheep especially when mature
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
phlegmaticresembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers