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
ursineof or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae)
leave-takingdeparture
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
acnea disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
prongfork
libidoinstinctual psychic energy that in psychoanalytic theory is derived from primitive biological urges (as for sexual pleasure or self-preservation) and that is expressed in conscious activity
mobilecapable of moving or being moved : movable
manneredhaving manners of a specified kind
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly