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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WordMeaning
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
citeto call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court)
apoplexystroke
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
senilitythe quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age
credencemental acceptance as true or real
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
aperturean opening or open space : hole
tactileperceptible by touch : tangible