GRE Word List

PRECURSOR

one that precedes and indicates the approach of another

The meaning of the word precursor is one that precedes and indicates the approach of another.

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mountebanka person who sells quack medicines from a platform
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cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
exudeto ooze out
hardybold
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
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oracularresembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery)
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment