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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virtue | conformity to a standard of right : morality |
elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |
consolidation | the act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated |
declivity | downward inclination |
list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
projectile | a body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia |
tenure | the act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office) |
affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
romp | one that romps |
abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |