GRE Word List
SUPERFICIAL
of, relating to, or located near a surface
The meaning of the word superficial is of, relating to, or located near a surface.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| saturate | to satisfy fully : satiate |
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| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
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