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
grouseany of various chiefly ground-dwelling birds (family Tetraonidae) that are usually of reddish-brown or other protective color and have feathered legs and that include many important game birds
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
paragona model of excellence or perfection
graduatedmarked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement
conflagrationfire
destitutelacking something needed or desirable
subterfugedeception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation