GRE Word List
PRECEDENT
prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
The meaning of the word precedent is prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vivacious | lively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
| ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| concession | the act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat) |
| dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
| brook | creek |
| remiss | negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |