GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
ashenof, relating to, or made from ash wood
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
riderone that rides
incongruitythe quality or state of being incongruous
viablecapable of living
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
didacticdesigned or intended to teach
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
incriminateto charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault