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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turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
peerone that is of equal standing with another : equal
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
facadethe front of a building
mogulan Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable