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
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
trougha long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
dripto let fall in drops
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
bruisean injury involving rupture of small blood vessels and discoloration without a break in the overlying skin : contusion
abutto border on : to touch along an edge
consanguinitythe quality or state of being consanguineous
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it