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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preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock
blunderto move unsteadily or confusedly
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
slanderto utter slander against : defame
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
functionalof, connected with, or being a function
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language