GRE Word List

BOGUS

not genuine : counterfeit

The meaning of the word bogus is not genuine : counterfeit.

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WordMeaning
conceitfavorable opinion
addenduma thing added : addition
rostera roll or list of personnel
militateto have weight or effect
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
skulduggeryunderhanded or unscrupulous behavior