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
encircleto form a circle around : surround
defrayto provide for the payment of : pay
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
campa place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers)
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
diluteattenuate