GRE Word List
EXTRINSIC
not forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
The meaning of the word extrinsic is not forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| compelling | that compels: such as |
| seminary | an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated |
| conformity | correspondence in form, manner, or character : agreement |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| mordant | biting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive |
| fulcrum | prop |
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |