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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|---|---|
| lull | to cause to sleep or rest : soothe |
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| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
| embark | to go on board a vehicle for transportation |
| derivative | a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation |
| redolent | exuding fragrance : aromatic |
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| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
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