GRE Word List

PREMONITORY

giving warning

The meaning of the word premonitory is giving warning.

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ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
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warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds
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eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
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