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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

precalculus

IPA: /ˌpriːˈkæl.kjʊ.ləs/

KK: /priˈkæl.kjʊ.ləs/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to the mathematical concepts and skills that are necessary before studying calculus.

Example: Students often take a precalculus course to prepare for calculus.

noun

Definition: A subject in mathematics that prepares students for calculus by covering topics like functions, equations, and graphs.

Example: Many high schools offer precalculus as a way to prepare students for college-level calculus courses.

precancerous

IPA: /priˈkænərəs/

KK: /priˈkænərəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition that may develop into cancer or is likely to become cancerous.

Example: The doctor found a precancerous lesion during the examination.

precapitalist

IPA: //priˈkæpɪlɪst//

KK: /priˈkæpɪlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a period or system that existed before the development of capitalism.

Example: The precapitalist societies relied on barter and trade rather than monetary transactions.

noun

Definition: A person who belongs to a society that existed before the development of capitalism.

Example: In the study of economic history, a precapitalist often represents the social structures that existed before modern market economies.

precarious

IPA: /prɪˈkɛr.i.əs/

KK: /prɪˈkɛr.i.əs/

adjective

Definition: Something that is unstable or uncertain, often putting someone in a risky situation.

Example: The climber found himself in a precarious position on the edge of the cliff.

precariously

IPA: /prɪˈkɛrɪəsli/

KK: /prɪˈkɛrɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not securely held or in position; likely to fall or collapse; unstable or risky.

Example: The cat was perched precariously on the edge of the roof.

precariousness

IPA: /prɪˈkɛr.i.əs.nəs/

KK: /prɪˈkɛrɪəsnəs/

noun

Definition: A condition where things are not secure or stable, often leading to risk or danger.

Example: The precariousness of the situation made everyone feel anxious.

precatory

IPA: /prɪˈkeɪtəri/

KK: /prɛˈkeɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is related to making a request or expressing a desire for something to happen.

Example: The precatory words in the will indicated the deceased's wish for the family to care for the pet.

precaution

IPA: /prɪˈkɔːʃən/

KK: /prɪˈkɔʃən/

noun

Definition: An action or measure taken to prevent something bad from happening or to ensure safety.

Example: We took every precaution to ensure the event was safe for everyone.

precautionary

IPA: /prɪˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

KK: /prɪˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

adjective

Definition: Related to actions taken to prevent something bad from happening.

Example: The company implemented precautionary measures to ensure the safety of its employees.

precede

IPA: /prɪˈsiːd/

KK: /prɪˈsiːd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To come or happen before something else in time, order, or position.

Example: The meeting will precede the conference next week.

transitive verb

Definition: To come before something in time, order, or position.

Example: The introduction will precede the main event.

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