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 |
|---|---|
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| apprehend | arrest |
| precarious | dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments |
| crochet | needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle |
| emollient | making soft or supple |
| dispassionate | not influenced by strong feeling |
| prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| dismiss | to permit or cause to leave |