GRE Word List
PRECIPICE
a very steep or overhanging place
The meaning of the word precipice is a very steep or overhanging place.
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|---|---|
| doldrums | a spell of listlessness or despondency |
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| dolt | a stupid person |
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| fringe | an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band |
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |
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