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
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
shystera person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger
disjunctiona sharp cleavage : disunion
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
retainto keep in possession or use
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
palimpsestwriting material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased