GRE Word List
ILLUSION
a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
The meaning of the word illusion is a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| cloying | disgusting or distasteful by reason of excess |
| novelty | something new or unusual |
| restive | stubbornly resisting control : balky |
| robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |
| macerate | to cause to waste away by or as if by excessive fasting |
| approbation | commendation |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |