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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saccharineof, relating to, or resembling that of sugar
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
appriseto give notice to : tell
postulatedemand
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
effluviuman invisible emanation