GRE Word List

DISINGENUOUS

lacking in candor

The meaning of the word disingenuous is lacking in candor.

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WordMeaning
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
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metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
pendingduring
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
temporizeto act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion
flourishto grow luxuriantly : thrive
puzzleto offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds