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 |
|---|---|
| oscillate | to swing backward and forward like a pendulum |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| epaulet | something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| vestige | a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost |
| felicitous | very well suited or expressed : apt |
| chafe | irritate |
| gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |
| aptitude | inclination |
| biennial | occurring every two years |