GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
fortitudestrength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
murkycharacterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke
impudencethe quality or state of being impudent
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
propitiousfavorably disposed : benevolent
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
galaxymilky way galaxy