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
universalincluding or covering all or a whole collectively or distributively without limit or exception
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another
moribundbeing in the state of dying : approaching death
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies
swipea strong sweeping blow
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
rigto fit out with rigging