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
allegeto assert without proof or before proving
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
gnarlsnarl
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
cerebrationto use the mind : think
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness