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 |
|---|---|
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| deviate | to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| hive | a container for housing honeybees |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| dint | force |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| battalion | a considerable body of troops organized to act together : army |
| reverberate | reflect |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |