GRE Word List
PRECIPITOUS
precipitate
The meaning of the word precipitous is precipitate.
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| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
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| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| erotic | of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire |
| tawdry | cheap and gaudy in appearance or quality |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| chicanery | deception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery |
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