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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vassal | a person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant |
| exacting | tryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands |
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| aromatic | of, relating to, or having aroma: |
| augment | to make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense |
| sybarite | voluptuary |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
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