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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scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
comportto be fitting : accord
conjugalof or relating to the married state or to married persons and their relations : connubial
malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
gorgea narrow passage through land
nutritionthe act or process of nourishing or being nourished
arcaneknown or knowable only to a few people : secret
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure