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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| polar | of or relating to a geographic pole or the region around it |
| capillary | resembling a hair especially in slender elongated form |
| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |
| revoke | to annul by recalling or taking back : rescind |
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| bilious | of or relating to a yellow or greenish fluid that is secreted by the liver and that aids especially in the emulsification and absorption of fats : of or relating to bile (see bile |