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 |
|---|---|
| herpetologist | a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| soothsayer | a person who predicts the future by magical, intuitive, or more rational means : prognosticator |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| proselytize | to induce someone to convert to one's faith |
| phoenix | a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period |
| indissoluble | not dissoluble |
| gastronomy | the art or science of good eating |
| conspire | plot |