GRE Word List
ALLEGE
to assert without proof or before proving
The meaning of the word allege is to assert without proof or before proving.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| pathetic | having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity |
| robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |
| shyster | a person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger |
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| premise | a proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference |
| lassitude | a condition of weariness or debility : fatigue |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |