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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WordMeaning
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
congealto change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
accoutreto provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit
magistratean official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as
posthumousborn after the death of the father
repelto drive back : repulse
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment