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
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
conservatorya greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
blanchto take the color out of
sanguinarybloodthirsty
reduceto draw together or cause to converge : consolidate
temperatehaving a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature
nonsensewords or language having no meaning or conveying no intelligible ideas
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting