GRE Word List
INHERENT
involved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic
The meaning of the word inherent is involved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
| neologism | a new word, usage, or expression |
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| stately | marked by lofty or imposing dignity |
| compress | to press or squeeze together |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| ingrate | an ungrateful person |
| bode | to indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage |