GRE Word List
PRETERNATURAL
existing outside of nature
The meaning of the word preternatural is existing outside of nature.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| liaison | a binding or thickening agent used in cooking |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| wangle | to resort to trickery or devious methods |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| intangible | not tangible : impalpable |
| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
| asunder | into parts |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| document | proof |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |