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 |
|---|---|
| trenchant | keen |
| whittle | a large knife |
| proxy | the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| ratify | to approve and sanction formally : confirm |
| exalt | to raise in rank, power, or character |
| abject | sunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe |
| precipitant | precipitate |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |