GRE Word List
DELUSIVE
deceptive; likely to delude; misleading; raising vain hopes; Ex. delusive promises
The meaning of the word delusive is deceptive; likely to delude; misleading; raising vain hopes; Ex. delusive promises.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| vex | annoy; distress |
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