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.

Random words

WordMeaning
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
waxa substance that is secreted by bees and is used by them for constructing the honeycomb, that is a dull yellow solid plastic when warm, and that is composed primarily of a mixture of esters, hydrocarbons, and fatty acids : beeswax
subalternparticular with reference to a related universal proposition
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
dolta stupid person
indeterminatenot definitely or precisely determined or fixed : vague
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence