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
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residue | something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant |
subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
rustle | to make or cause a rustle |
ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
padre | a Christian clergyman |
decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
variegate | to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple |
fake | not true, real, or genuine : counterfeit |