GRE Word List
PREDECESSOR
one that precedes
The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| seminary | an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| masochist | a person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| verisimilitude | the quality or state of being verisimilar |
| latch | to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |
| cerebral | of or relating to the brain or the intellect |