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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polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
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denouementthe final outcome of the main dramatic complication in a literary work
apprehendarrest
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
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repulseto drive or beat back : repel
hatcha small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship)
esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone