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
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured
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capsizeto cause to overturn
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
militateto have weight or effect
oozea soft deposit (as of mud, slime, or shells) on the bottom of a body of water
stoopto bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond