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
influxa coming in
monarchyundivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
satiatefilled to satiety
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
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aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
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