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
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
rapaciousexcessively grasping or covetous
begetto procreate as the father : sire
humidcontaining or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive
orthographythe art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage
claustrophobiaabnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
omnivorousfeeding on both animal and vegetable substances