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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WordMeaning
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
breadthdistance from side to side : width
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
deludeto mislead the mind or judgment of : deceive
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
substantialconsisting of or relating to substance
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