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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swerve | to turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate |
proselytize | to induce someone to convert to one's faith |
recapitulate | to retell or restate briefly : summarize |
sportive | frolicsome |
mystic | mystical |
cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
gruff | rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect |
noisome | noxious |
cleft | a space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure |