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 |
|---|---|
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| anarchist | a person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| vehement | marked by forceful energy : powerful |
| homage | a feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord |
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |
| mulct | fine |
| pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |