GRE Word List

INTERNECINE

of, relating to, or involving conflict within a group

The meaning of the word internecine is of, relating to, or involving conflict within a group.

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WordMeaning
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
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commandeerto compel to perform military service
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fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)
expediteto accelerate the process or progress of : speed up
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra