GRE Word List

ACCESSORY

an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else

The meaning of the word accessory is an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else.

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WordMeaning
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
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pareto trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of
monochromea painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue
chroniclea historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation
commonplacecommonly found or seen : ordinary
conceitfavorable opinion
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
economythe structure or conditions of economic life in a country, area, or period
stygianof or relating to the river Styx