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
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
remorsea gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
dinghya small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat
pellucidadmitting maximum passage of light without diffusion or distortion
malefactorone who commits an offense against the law
restraintan act of restraining : the state of being restrained
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten