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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stem_fromarise from; originate from
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
rusticof, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural
halcyoncharacterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden
trenchantkeen
wagto be in motion : stir
covenanta usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
shuntto turn off to one side : shift