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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| animus | a usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| shimmer | to shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer |
| application | an act of applying: |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| wring | to squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |
| obsidian | a dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava |
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |