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.

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WordMeaning
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
smotherto kill by depriving of air
occidentwest
grandiosecharacterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
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refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)