advectitious

/ˌædvɛkˈtɪʃəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Introduced or acquired from outside; foreign

“The city’s advectitious architecture was influenced by various cultures.”

2. noun

A foreign or introduced element or thing

“The advectitious features of the new technology improved its functionality.”

Synonyms

  • extraneous
  • foreign

Antonyms

  • indigenous
  • native