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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
| apoplexy | stroke |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| abject | sunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe |
| degradation | the act or process of degrading |
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |
| evenhanded | fair |