GRE Word List
PRETERNATURAL
existing outside of nature
The meaning of the word preternatural is existing outside of nature.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
| allegory | the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence |
| efficacy | the power to produce an effect |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| rabies | an acute virus disease of the nervous system of mammals that is caused by a rhabdovirus (species Rabies virus of the genus Lyssavirus) usually transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal and that is characterized typically by increased salivation, abnormal behavior, and eventual paralysis and death when untreated |
| mercurial | of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury |
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |