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
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
diatribea bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
necromancyconjuration (see conjure
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
obliqueneither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings