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.

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WordMeaning
interrogateto question formally and systematically
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore