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
biennialoccurring every two years
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
juncturea point of time
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously
indecisiona wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
gustthe sensation of taste
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome