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 |
|---|---|
| thrall | a state of servitude or submission |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| discrepancy | the quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| boon | a timely benefit : blessing |
| expurgate | to cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous |
| staid | marked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober |
| doctrinaire | stubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |