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
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
colossusa statue of gigantic size and proportions
apostateone who commits apostasy
hatcha small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship)
prodigya highly talented child or youth
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
tremora trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease
surmountto prevail over : overcome