GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
preamblean introductory statement
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
wontaccustomed
claviclea bone of the shoulder girdle typically serving to link the scapula and sternum
vieto strive for superiority : contend
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details
finishto come to an end : terminate
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing