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 |
|---|---|
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |
| belie | to give a false impression of |
| whimsical | resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |
| atone | to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| deciduous | falling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle |