GRE Word List
EXTRINSIC
external; not essential or inherent; extraneous; OP. intrinsic
The meaning of the word extrinsic is external; not essential or inherent; extraneous; OP. intrinsic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precipice | cliff; dangerous position; Ex. on the edge of the precipice |
| carping | petty criticism; fault-finding; fretful complaining; quibble |
| obviate | make unnecessary; get rid of; Ex. obviate the need |
| interloper | intruder; one who interferes |
| contravene | contradict; oppose; violate (a rule, law, or custom); N. contravention |
| predecessor | former occupant of a post |
| mogul | powerful person; Ex. oil moguls; CF. Mogol, Moghul; CF. Mongolian |
| hoard | stockpile; accumulate for future use; N: supply stored for future use |
| flamboyant | ornate; highly elaborate; richly colored; ostentatious; showy; CF. flame |
| lope | gallop slowly |