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
partitionthe action of parting : the state of being parted : division
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
thespianactor
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
azurethe blue color of the clear sky
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison