GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
phenomenaphenomenon
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
blushoutward appearance : view
apoplexystroke
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
befuddleto muddle or stupefy with or as if with drink
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
frugalitythe quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift