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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pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
maraudto roam about and raid in search of plunder
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
hoarygray or white with or as if with age
cerebralof or relating to the brain or the intellect