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
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
evanescenttending to vanish like vapor
bolstera long pillow or cushion
drudgeto do hard, menial, or monotonous work
ricketyaffected with rickets
tensilecapable of tension : ductile
swathea band used in swathing
cadavera dead body
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed