GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
provisionthe act or process of providing
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
solventable to pay all legal debts
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
vintnera wine merchant
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting