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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |
| variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |
| decapitate | to cut off the head of : behead |
| undertaker | one who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur |
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| bohemian | a native or inhabitant of Bohemia |
| rustle | to make or cause a rustle |
| runic | any of the characters of any of several alphabets used by the Germanic peoples from about the 3rd to the 13th centuries |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |