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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| armada | a fleet of warships |
| obsidian | a dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava |
| teetotalism | the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks |
| authoritarian | of, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority |
| barterer | to trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| unprecedented | having no precedent : novel |
| mirage | an optical (see optical |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |