GRE Word List

PRECIS

a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts

The meaning of the word precis is a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts.

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fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
scintillaspark
markedhaving an identifying mark
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
illimitableincapable of being limited or bounded : measureless
variegatedhaving discrete markings of different colors
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around