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
hinterlandsa region lying inland from a coast
debarto bar from having or doing something : preclude
wafflea crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron
flashylacking in substance or flavor : insipid
selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
bluffhaving a broad flattened front
economythe structure or conditions of economic life in a country, area, or period
allegeto assert without proof or before proving