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 |
|---|---|
| magistrate | an official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as |
| whimsical | resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice |
| concordat | compact |
| disband | to break up the organization of : dissolve |
| defrock | to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office |
| rift | fissure |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| enormity | an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act |
| arcade | a long arched building or gallery |
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |