adventitious
(ad-ven-ti-tious)
4 syllables
Definition
adjective. 1 associated by chance and not an integral part; 2 developing in an abnormal position as a root that grows from a stem
Example Sentence
The poem obtained adventitious fame.
Synonyms
accidental; extrinsic; from outside; nonessential
Antonyms
Hear It! Say It! Write It!
adventitious
