GRE Word List
PREEMPT
to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
The meaning of the word preempt is to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| futile | serving no useful purpose : completely ineffective |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| cajole | to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax |
| terminal | leading ultimately to death : fatal |
| bevy | a large group or collection |
| flirt | to move erratically : flit |
| reminiscence | apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
| functional | of, connected with, or being a function |
| minuscule | very small |