GRE Word List

PRECIPITOUS

precipitate

The meaning of the word precipitous is precipitate.

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WordMeaning
fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
braggadocioempty boasting
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
schemea plan or program of action
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
philistinea native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia
dinghya small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby