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.

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WordMeaning
alacritypromptness in response : cheerful readiness
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markedhaving an identifying mark
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downcastlow in spirit : dejected
evenhandedfair
gawka clumsy stupid person : lout
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