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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| ovoid | resembling an egg in shape : ovate |
| prosperity | the condition of being successful or thriving |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |
| continence | the ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |