GRE Word List
ADVENTITIOUS
coming from another source and not inherent or innate
The meaning of the word adventitious is coming from another source and not inherent or innate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| betoken | to typify beforehand : presage |
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| magnanimity | the quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity |
| crestfallen | having a drooping crest or hanging head |
| roster | a roll or list of personnel |
| fleet | a number of warships under a single command |
| quench | put out |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| procurement | the act or process of procuring |
| slacken | to make less active : slow up |