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 |
|---|---|
| urgent | calling for immediate attention : pressing |
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| mausoleum | a large tomb |
| scenario | an outline or synopsis of a play |
| cower | to shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays |
| conundrum | an intricate and difficult problem |
| promote | to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise |
| lookout | one engaged in keeping watch : watchman |
| capsize | to cause to overturn |
| chasten | to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline |