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
mendicantbeggar
addenduma thing added : addition
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated
sycophanta servile self-seeking flatterer
opulencewealth
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
suffragistone who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits