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 |
|---|---|
| ursine | of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae) |
| leave-taking | departure |
| redolent | exuding fragrance : aromatic |
| acne | a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles |
| iridescent | having or exhibiting iridescence |
| prong | fork |
| libido | instinctual psychic energy that in psychoanalytic theory is derived from primitive biological urges (as for sexual pleasure or self-preservation) and that is expressed in conscious activity |
| mobile | capable of moving or being moved : movable |
| mannered | having manners of a specified kind |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |