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 |
|---|---|
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |
| gnarl | snarl |
| bump | a relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as |
| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| clout | a piece of cloth or leather : rag |
| squander | to spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate |
| responsiveness | giving response : constituting a response : answering |
| chore | the regular or daily light work of a household or farm |
| smear | a viscous or sticky substance |