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.

Random words

WordMeaning
compilationthe act or process of compiling
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
therapeuticof or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
plaintiveexpressive of suffering or woe : melancholy
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
voguepopular acceptation or favor : popularity
unilateraldone or undertaken by one person or party
cravenlacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted