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
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
ambivalencesimultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (such as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or action
snivelto run at the nose
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
filchto steal secretly or casually
fanaticismfanatic outlook or behavior