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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WordMeaning
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
durationcontinuance in time
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
raspto rub with something rough
expedientsuitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached