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
muralof, relating to, or resembling a wall
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writsomething written : writing
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concoctto prepare by combining raw materials
multilingualof, having, or expressed in several languages
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distendextend