GRE Word List
PRECISE
exactly or sharply defined or stated
The meaning of the word precise is exactly or sharply defined or stated.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| misconstrue | to interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret |
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| sporadic | occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances |
| suffuse | to spread over or through in the manner of fluid or light : flush |
| maritime | of, relating to, or bordering on the sea |
| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
| cantata | a composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment |
| dissonance | lack of agreement |
| espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |