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 |
|---|---|
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
| seasonable | suitable to the season or circumstances : timely |
| sycophant | a servile self-seeking flatterer |
| inept | generally incompetent : bungling |
| bolster | a long pillow or cushion |
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
| billowing | wave |
| trivia | unimportant matters : trivial facts or details |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| tart | agreeably sharp or acid to the taste |