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
bromidea binary compound of bromine with another element or a radical including some (such as potassium bromide) used as sedatives
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
transcribeto make a written copy of
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
lagone that lags or is last