GRE Word List

PREDECESSOR

one that precedes

The meaning of the word predecessor is one that precedes.

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WordMeaning
incinerateto cause to burn to ashes
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
bemoanto express deep grief or distress over
unisonidentity in musical pitch
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment
unsulliednot soiled or tarnished : not sullied
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
garnerto gather into storage
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people