GRE Word List
PRETERNATURAL
existing outside of nature
The meaning of the word preternatural is existing outside of nature.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pitfall | trap |
| yield | to bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| arbitrate | to act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both |
| fraudulent | characterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| far-fetched | brought from a remote time or place |
| comprehensive | covering completely or broadly : inclusive |
| determination | a judicial decision settling and ending a controversy |