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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WordMeaning
meretriciousof or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution
immobilitynot moving : motionless
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
extolto praise highly : glorify
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
couriermessenger
torpora state of mental and motor inactivity with partial or total insensibility