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
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
wastrelvagabond
bastiona projecting part of a fortification
discrepancythe quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
ordinancean authoritative decree or direction : order
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring