GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
pento shut in or as if in a pen
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)