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 |
|---|---|
| ovoid | resembling an egg in shape : ovate |
| incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
| egotistical | characterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance |
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |
| imbibe | drink |
| fulcrum | prop |
| provender | dry food for domestic animals : feed |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |