GRE Word List
PRECEPT
a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
The meaning of the word precept is a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| nexus | connection |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| derivation | the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix) |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| aggregate | formed by the collection of units or particles into a body, mass, or amount : collective |
| cantata | a composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment |
| precarious | dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |