GRE Word List

AFFECTED

artificial; pretended

The meaning of the word affected is artificial; pretended.

Random words

WordMeaning
deputizeto appoint as deputy
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
daubto cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster
illimitableincapable of being limited or bounded : measureless
carpingmarked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable