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 |
|---|---|
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| rout | a state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat |
| frisk | to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets |
| accessible | capable of being reached |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| suppliant | supplicant |
| consonance | harmony or agreement among components |
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |