GRE Word List

PREAMBLE

an introductory statement

The meaning of the word preamble is an introductory statement.

Random words

WordMeaning
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
vaporizeto convert (as by the application of heat or by spraying) into vapor
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
prodigalcharacterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish
demurereserved
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune