GRE Word List
RECONNAISSANCE
a preliminary survey to gain information
The meaning of the word reconnaissance is a preliminary survey to gain information.
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abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |
infallible | incapable of error : unerring |
epicurean | of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism |
incorporate | to unite or work into something already existent so as to form an indistinguishable whole |
verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
discourse | verbal interchange of ideas |
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chaplain | a clergyman in charge of a chapel |
lustrous | reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle |