GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
demoticof, relating to, or written in a simplified form of the ancient Egyptian hieratic writing
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
secta dissenting or schismatic religious body
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
minutethe 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds