GRE Word List

ADJUNCT

something joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it

The meaning of the word adjunct is something joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it.

Random words

WordMeaning
pithyconsisting of or abounding in pith
inadvertentlyunintentional
sparseof few and scattered elements
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
gaita manner of walking or moving on foot
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
variegatedhaving discrete markings of different colors
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb