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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| voracious | having a huge appetite : ravenous |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| recidivism | a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior |
| precipitate | to throw violently : hurl |
| trappings | outward signs |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| mongrel | an individual resulting from the interbreeding of diverse breeds (see breed |
| provisional | serving for the time being : temporary |
| recital | a detailed account : enumeration |
| levy | the imposition or collection of an assessment |