GRE Word List
RECONNAISSANCE
a preliminary survey to gain information
The meaning of the word reconnaissance is a preliminary survey to gain information.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| awful | extremely disagreeable or objectionable |
| congeal | to change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold |
| accoutre | to provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit |
| magistrate | an official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as |
| posthumous | born after the death of the father |
| repel | to drive back : repulse |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |