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 |
|---|---|
| equestrian | of, relating to, or featuring horseback riding |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| lilliputian | of, relating to, or characteristic of the Lilliputians or the island of Lilliput |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| succulent | full of juice : juicy |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |
| impunity | exemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss |
| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
| pliable | supple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking |
| litany | a prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation |