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 |
|---|---|
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| misgivings | a feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event |
| rabble | a disorganized or confused collection of things |
| categorical | absolute |
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| gastronomy | the art or science of good eating |
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| analgesic | an agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia |
| irate | roused to ire |