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 |
|---|---|
| quisling | traitor |
| rummage | to make a thorough search or investigation |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| confidential | marked by intimacy or willingness to confide |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| optimist | a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |
| stump | the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed |
| pallid | deficient in color : wan |