GRE Word List
FEIGN
to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression
The meaning of the word feign is to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contrived | having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial |
| stickler | one who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| pugilist | fighter |
| benefit | something that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage |
| garish | clothed in vivid colors |
| swelter | to suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness |