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
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object
martineta strict disciplinarian
direexciting horror
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
phyluma direct line of descent within a group
bevya large group or collection