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.

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WordMeaning
degradationthe act or process of degrading
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
resurrectto raise from the dead
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
doctrinairestubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations
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