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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stemthe main trunk of a plant
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retrenchcut down
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
imminentready to take place : happening soon
sproutto grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout
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