GRE Word List

PRETERNATURAL

existing outside of nature

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

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WordMeaning
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
definitiveserving to provide a final solution or to end a situation
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore