GRE Word List
PRECLUDE
to make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance
The meaning of the word preclude is to make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| psychic | of or relating to the psyche : psychogenic |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |
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