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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|---|---|
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| farce | stuff |
| homely | suggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| finery | ornament |
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