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 |
|---|---|
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| apogee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth |
| bolster | a long pillow or cushion |
| ossify | to change into bone |
| perspicuous | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| projectile | a body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia |
| conspiracy | the act of conspiring together |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| callus | a thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark |