GRE Word List
FACTITIOUS
produced by humans rather than by natural forces
The meaning of the word factitious is produced by humans rather than by natural forces.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| biennial | occurring every two years |
| healthy | enjoying good health |
| skimp | skimpy |
| referendum | the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| chassis | the supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television) |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |