GRE Word List
PRIMARY
first in order of time or development : primitive
The meaning of the word primary is first in order of time or development : primitive.
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| exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
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| impoverish | to make poor |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
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