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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| awry | off the correct or expected course : amiss |
| corroborate | to support with evidence or authority : make more certain |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| cerebral | of or relating to the brain or the intellect |
| susceptible | capable of submitting to an action, process, or operation |
| agnostic | a person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable |
| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |