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
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
narrativesomething that is narrated : story
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
carefreefree from care: such as
inveigleto win over by wiles : entice
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
quenchput out