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
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity
convertto bring over from one belief, view, or party to another
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
prefatoryof, relating to, or constituting a preface
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure