GRE Word List
PRECINCT
a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
The meaning of the word precinct is a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| bristling | a short stiff coarse hair or filament |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| rue | to feel penitence, remorse, or regret for |
| livid | discolored by bruising : black-and-blue |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| callus | a thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
| bacchanalian | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |