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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abideto bear patiently : tolerate
infallibleincapable of error : unerring
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incorporateto unite or work into something already existent so as to form an indistinguishable whole
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
discourseverbal interchange of ideas
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lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle