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 |
|---|---|
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| nugatory | of little or no consequence : trifling |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| tender | marked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond |
| sublimate | sublime |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| maverick | an unbranded range animal |
| innate | existing in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth : native |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |
