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 |
|---|---|
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| inherent | involved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic |
| quench | put out |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| zeal | eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor |
| injurious | inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental |
| hive | a container for housing honeybees |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| invocation | the act or process of petitioning for help or support |
| meek | enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild |