GRE Word List
EXORBITANT
not coming within the scope of the law
The meaning of the word exorbitant is not coming within the scope of the law.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| nebulous | of, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular |
| parasite | an organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| arbitrate | to act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |
| obsessive | tending to cause obsession |