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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| obstetrician | a physician specializing in obstetrics |
| unconscionable | shockingly unfair or unjust |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| exude | to ooze out |
| urchin | hedgehog |
| lament | to mourn aloud : wail |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |