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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WordMeaning
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
paltryinferior
broilto cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
aggregateformed by the collection of units or particles into a body, mass, or amount : collective
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
immureto enclose within or as if within walls
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
feignto give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance