GRE Word List

PRECOCIOUS

exceptionally early in development or occurrence

The meaning of the word precocious is exceptionally early in development or occurrence.

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WordMeaning
martineta strict disciplinarian
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
centripetalproceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
sleazylacking firmness of texture : flimsy
catechismoral instruction
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
expenditurethe act or process of expending
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration