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 |
|---|---|
| knotty | marked by or full of knots |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| antithesis | the direct opposite |
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
| penchant | a strong and continued inclination |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| compartment | a separate division or section |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| tawdry | cheap and gaudy in appearance or quality |
| conformity | correspondence in form, manner, or character : agreement |