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 |
|---|---|
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| tramp | to walk, tread, or step especially heavily |
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| integrity | firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility |