Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Relating to something that serves as an introduction or prelude, often setting the stage for what follows.

Example: The prelusive remarks by the speaker prepared the audience for the main topic of discussion.

Definition: Referring to a condition that has the potential to develop into cancer but is not yet cancerous.

Example: The doctor explained that the biopsy showed premalignant cells, which could lead to cancer if not monitored.

Definition: In a manner that occurs before a marriage takes place.

Example: They decided to live together premaritally to see if they were compatible.

Definition: Happening or existing before the usual or expected time, often used to describe something that occurs too early.

Example: The baby was born premature and needed special care.

Definition: In a way that happens too soon or before the right time.

Example: The baby was born prematurely and needed special care.

Definition: The state or quality of happening too soon or before the proper time.

Example: The prematureness of the baby's birth required special medical attention.

Definition: The state of being born before the normal time, especially referring to babies who are born too early.

Example: The doctors monitored the baby closely due to his prematurity.

Definition: To think about or plan something carefully before doing it.

Example: He decided to premeditate his actions before making a final decision.

Definition: To plan or think about something carefully before doing it, especially a crime.

Example: He premeditated the robbery for weeks before carrying it out.

Definition: Describing an action that is planned or thought about in advance, often with careful consideration and intent.

Example: The police arrested him for the premeditated attack on his neighbor.

Definition: In a way that is planned or thought out in advance, rather than done spontaneously or impulsively.

Example: The crime was committed premeditatedly, showing that it was carefully planned.