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 |
|---|---|
| mountebank | a person who sells quack medicines from a platform |
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| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |
| chassis | the supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television) |
| exude | to ooze out |
| hardy | bold |
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| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |