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 |
|---|---|
| sodden | dull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages |
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| scourge | whip |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |
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| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
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| abjure | to renounce upon oath |