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
surmountto prevail over : overcome
longevitya long duration of individual life
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
harrowingacutely distressing or painful
antediluvianof or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
chroniccontinuing or occurring again and again for a long time
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
compatiblecapable of existing together in harmony
assurancethe state of being assured: such as