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
vivaciouslively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
grategrating
notableworthy of note : remarkable
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
trenchantkeen
studiousassiduous in the pursuit of learning
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
expedientsuitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
subsistencereal being : existence