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
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing
adversitya state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
bereftdeprived or robbed of the possession or use of something
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
prowessdistinguished bravery
aboriginalbeing the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
witherto become dry and sapless