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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WordMeaning
bodeto indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
afterlifean existence after death
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
hubbubnoise
balefuldeadly or pernicious in influence
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe