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

WordMeaning
ceremoniousdevoted to forms and ceremony
defameto harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
sullengloomily or resentfully silent or repressed
plagiarizeto steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : use (another's production) without crediting the source
providencedivine guidance or care
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")