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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bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
homespunspun or made at home
topographythe art or practice of graphic delineation in detail usually on maps or charts of natural and man-made features of a place or region especially in a way to show their relative positions and elevations
loftan upper room or floor : attic
inconsistencyan instance of being inconsistent
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
ulcera break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus
osseousbony