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 |
|---|---|
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| loom | a frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| conscript | a conscripted person (such as a military recruit) |
| rostrum | an ancient Roman platform for public orators |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| credential | warranting credit or confidence |
| shade | comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light |
| incredulous | unwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical |