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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |
| anthem | a song or hymn of praise or gladness |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| underhand | in a clandestine manner |
| osseous | bony |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| canny | clever |
| dank | unpleasantly moist or wet |