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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wreak | bring about |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |
| endear | to cause to become beloved or admired |
| devious | wandering |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| deprecate | to express disapproval of |
| maelstrom | a powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius |
| invidious | of an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious |