GRE Word List

PRETERNATURAL

existing outside of nature

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

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WordMeaning
primto give a prim or demure expression to
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
trunkthe main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension
stricturean abnormal narrowing of a bodily passage
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men
nomadicof, relating to, or characteristic of nomads