GRE Word List

PRETERNATURAL

existing outside of nature

The meaning of the word preternatural is existing outside of nature.

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tundraa level or rolling treeless plain that is characteristic of arctic and subarctic regions, consists of black mucky soil with a permanently frozen subsoil, and has a dominant vegetation of mosses, lichens, herbs, and dwarf shrubs
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
angularforming an angle : sharp-cornered
accessiblecapable of being reached
flushto fly away suddenly
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
turbulencethe quality or state of being turbulent: such as
divestto deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title