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 |
|---|---|
| constitution | the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it |
| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |
| ingrate | an ungrateful person |
| percussion | the act of percussing: such as |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |
| ensconce | shelter |
| glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
| contentious | likely to cause disagreement or argument |
| humility | freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble |
| luminous | emitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light |