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 |
|---|---|
| disinclination | a preference for avoiding something : slight aversion |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| iconoclastic | a person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| phalanx | a body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files |
| rapt | lifted up and carried away |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| loathe | to dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest |
| cascade | a steep usually small fall of water |
| malodorous | having a bad odor |