GRE Word List

MENDACIOUS

given to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth

The meaning of the word mendacious is given to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth.

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WordMeaning
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
mauvea moderate purple, violet, or lilac color
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
rapaciousexcessively grasping or covetous
bastiona projecting part of a fortification
pragmaticrelating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic