GRE Word List
SUPERNUMERARY
exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number
The meaning of the word supernumerary is exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sovereignty | supreme power especially over a body politic |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
| physiological | of or relating to physiology |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| libel | a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought |