GRE Word List

METAPHYSICAL

of or relating to metaphysics

The meaning of the word metaphysical is of or relating to metaphysics.

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distantseparated in space : away
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
parlancespeech
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
phariseea member of a Jewish sect of the intertestamental period noted for strict observance of rites and ceremonies of the written law and for insistence on the validity of their own oral traditions concerning the law