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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| Word | Meaning |
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| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| concave | hollowed or rounded inward like the inside of a bowl |
| pervert | to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt |
| ashen | of, relating to, or made from ash wood |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
| inhibited | to prohibit from doing something |
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |
| decollete | wearing a strapless or low-necked dress |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
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