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.

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WordMeaning
ruminantan animal that chews the cud
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
hardybold
sproutto grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
facilitateto make easier : help bring about