GRE Word List
DISSEMBLE
to hide under a false appearance
The meaning of the word dissemble is to hide under a false appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| phalanx | a body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files |
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| generic | relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| disengage | to release from something that engages or involves |