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
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
falsifyto prove or declare false : disprove
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
discretionindividual choice or judgment
heedto pay attention
incognitowith one's identity concealed
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata