GRE Word List

PRETERNATURAL

existing outside of nature

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

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WordMeaning
infinitesimalimmeasurably or incalculably small
alluvialrelating to, composed of, or found in alluvium
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
marshala high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
immobilitynot moving : motionless
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)