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 |
|---|---|
| incidental | being likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence |
| atavism | recurrence in an organism of a trait or character typical of an ancestral form and usually due to genetic recombination |
| dull | tedious |
| genesis | the origin or coming into being of something |
| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| trappings | outward signs |
| seep | to flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze |
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |