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 |
|---|---|
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| repository | a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository |
| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| anathema | someone or something intensely disliked or loathed |
| creep | to move along with the body prone and close to the ground |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |
| machinations | an act of machinating |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |