GRE Word List

EXTRANEOUS

existing on or coming from the outside

The meaning of the word extraneous is existing on or coming from the outside.

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WordMeaning
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
belieto give a false impression of
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle