GRE Word List
PRECIPITOUS
precipitate
The meaning of the word precipitous is precipitate.
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| tightwad | a close or miserly person |
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| verdant | green in tint or color |
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| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
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| striated | marked with striations or striae |
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