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 |
|---|---|
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| graduated | marked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement |
| august | marked by majestic dignity or grandeur |
| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| onus | burden |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| emend | to correct usually by textual alterations |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |