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 |
|---|---|
| regiment | a military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions |
| unravel | to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle |
| defunct | no longer living, existing, or functioning |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |
| sanctuary | a consecrated place: such as |
| refrain | curb |
| exculpate | to clear from alleged fault or guilt |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |
| stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |