GRE Word List

DISSIMULATE

to hide under a false appearance

The meaning of the word dissimulate is to hide under a false appearance.

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WordMeaning
refractiondeflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different
gleama transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
terminalleading ultimately to death : fatal
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
equablemarked by lack of variation or change : uniform
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
ulcera break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus