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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esteemthe regard in which one is held
rationalean explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior
pliablesupple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking
stricturean abnormal narrowing of a bodily passage
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit