Synonyms of adscititious

Adjective


1. adscititious, extrinsic (vs. intrinsic)

usage: added or derived from something outside; not inherent; "an adscititious habit rather than an inherent taste"

2. adscititious, inessential (vs. essential), unessential

usage: supplemental; not part of the real or essential nature of a thing; "adscititious vowels"

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Definition and meaning of adscititious (Dictionary)