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 |
|---|---|
| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |
| guffaw | a loud or boisterous burst of laughter |
| debase | to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |
| supersede | to cause to be set aside |
| stalemate | a drawing position in chess in which a player is not in checkmate but has no legal move to play |
| founder | one that founds or establishes |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |