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
propsomething that props or sustains : support
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
erodeto diminish or destroy by degrees:
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
psychosomaticof, relating to, concerned with, or involving both mind and body
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit
stalematea drawing position in chess in which a player is not in checkmate but has no legal move to play