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 |
|---|---|
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| rescind | to take away : remove |
| slag | the dross or scoria of a metal |
| concur | to express agreement |
| chasm | a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge |
| geriatrics | a branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| serenity | the quality or state of being serene |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |