GRE Word List
PREMISE
a proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
The meaning of the word premise is a proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indissoluble | not dissoluble |
| bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| catapult | an ancient military device for hurling missiles |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| archaic | having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses |
| domineer | to exercise arbitrary or overbearing control |