GRE Word List
SUPERFLUOUS
exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
The meaning of the word superfluous is exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
| plane | airplane |
| jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
| pharisaical | marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness |
| steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| orifice | an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| compress | to press or squeeze together |