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
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
esteemthe regard in which one is held
stiltedpompous
interiman intervening time : interval
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
sordidmarked by baseness or grossness : vile
spuriousborn to parents not married to each other
compulsionan act of compelling