GRE Word List

IMPOSTURE

the act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name

The meaning of the word imposture is the act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name.

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WordMeaning
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
alludeto make indirect reference
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
tactileperceptible by touch : tangible
pediatriciana specialist in pediatrics
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
perspicaciousof acute mental vision or discernment : keen
consanguineousof the same blood or origin