GRE Word List

INTRINSIC

belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing

The meaning of the word intrinsic is belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing.

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WordMeaning
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
incarcerateto put in prison
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
heterogeneousconsisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
belligerentinclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
forthcomingbeing about to appear or to be produced or made available
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time