GRE Word List

SUPEREROGATORY

observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required

The meaning of the word supererogatory is observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required.

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WordMeaning
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
oratorone who delivers an oration
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
coincorner
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
basethe bottom of something considered as its support : foundation
lewdobscene