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
germinateto cause to sprout or develop
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contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
sleeperone that sleeps
vigoractive bodily or mental strength or force
copiousyielding something abundantly