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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| shoddy | a reclaimed wool from materials that are not felted that is of better quality and longer staple than mungo |
| solicit | to make petition to : entreat |
| succor | relief |
| palatable | agreeable to the palate or taste |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |