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
charlatanquack
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
ghastlyterrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
pareto trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of