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
craftskill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity
sectarianof, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian
unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
bleakexposed and barren and often windswept
ponderousof very great weight
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
herbivorousfeeding on plants
brawnthe flesh of a boar
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support