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 |
|---|---|
| ironic | relating to, containing, or constituting irony |
| sportive | frolicsome |
| ventilate | to expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing |
| monogram | a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name |
| exemplify | to show or illustrate by example |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| consonance | harmony or agreement among components |
| innuendo | an oblique allusion : hint |
| herd | a typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control |
| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |