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
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
tenacitythe quality or state of being tenacious
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
vicissitudethe quality or state of being changeable : mutability