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
categoricalabsolute
enunciateto make a definite or systematic statement of
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
guilelessinnocent
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
desperatehaving lost hope
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
flightyswift