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.

Random words

WordMeaning
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
grillto broil on a grill
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
dodderingfeeble
renderto melt down
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on