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 |
|---|---|
| beatitude | a state of utmost bliss |
| satire | a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn |
| stint | a period of time spent at a particular activity |
| labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
| herbivorous | feeding on plants |
| piecemeal | one piece at a time : gradually |
| capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
| glutton | one given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| antidote | a remedy to counteract the effects of poison |