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

WordMeaning
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
tingea slight staining or suffusing shade or color
matrimonythe state of being married : marriage
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
corpusclea minute particle
obsequya funeral or burial rite