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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ecclesiastic | ecclesiastical |
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| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| provident | frugal |
| recluse | marked by withdrawal from society : solitary |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
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| replicate | duplicate |