GRE Word List
PRECIPITOUS
precipitate
The meaning of the word precipitous is precipitate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defalcate | deduct |
| rarefied | being less dense |
| apocalyptic | of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| cajole | to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| sustain | to give support or relief to |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |