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 |
|---|---|
| comely | pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion |
| bureaucracy | a body of nonelected government officials |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| venturesome | inclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring |
| grotto | cave |
| virtual | being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted |
| volatile | characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change |
| meek | enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |