GRE Word List

PRETERNATURAL

existing outside of nature

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

Random words

WordMeaning
sanctiona formal decree
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
multifarioushaving or occurring in great variety : diverse
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable
skinflinta person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
apathylack of feeling or emotion : impassiveness