GRE Word List
PRECARIOUS
dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
The meaning of the word precarious is dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disburse | to pay out : expend especially from a fund |
| piebald | composed of incongruous parts |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |
| screech | a high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror |
| stanch | to check or stop the flowing of |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| martinet | a strict disciplinarian |
| tirade | a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language |
| infinitesimal | immeasurably or incalculably small |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
