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 |
|---|---|
| diminution | the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease |
| predetermine | foreordain |
| inflated | distended with air or gas |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| galleon | a heavy square-rigged sailing ship of the 15th to early 18th centuries used for war or commerce especially by the Spanish |
| debase | to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| illusive | based on or producing illusion : illusory |
| self-indulgence | excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims |