GRE Word List
PROGNOSIS
the prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
The meaning of the word prognosis is the prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lexicon | a book containing an alphabetical arrangement of the words in a language and their definitions : dictionary |
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| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
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| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| polemic | an aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another |
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| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |