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.

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WordMeaning
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
jocularsaid or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful
rationalean explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena