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 |
|---|---|
| chivalrous | valiant |
| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |
| renovate | to restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding) |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| primp | to dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner |
| quadruped | an animal having four feet |
| fructify | to bear fruit |
| exasperate | to cause irritation or annoyance to |
| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |