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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| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
| prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
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| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
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