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
tanto make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun
elysianof or relating to Elysium
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
documentproof
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
imperilto bring into peril : endanger
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel