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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
| spat | squabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| antiseptic | opposing microbial infection |
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| polity | political organization |
| bouillon | a clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef |
| innuendo | an oblique allusion : hint |