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

WordMeaning
militateto have weight or effect
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
loga usually bulky piece or length of a cut or fallen tree
sidetracksiding
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
extolto praise highly : glorify
equipoisea state of equilibrium
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly