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
insolventunable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
retrospectiveof, relating to, or given to retrospection
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
queasycausing nausea
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance