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 |
|---|---|
| facet | any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) |
| memento | something that serves to warn or remind |
| medium | something in a middle position |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| circlet | a little circle |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| vertex | the top of the head |
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |
| cumulative | increasing by successive additions |
| dialectical | of, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic |