GRE Word List
PHARISAICAL
marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness
The meaning of the word pharisaical is marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transpire | to take place : go on |
| paucity | smallness of number : fewness |
| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| feral | of, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast |
| gamut | the whole series of recognized musical notes |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| escapade | a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct |
| raconteur | a person who excels in telling anecdotes |
| swagger | to conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner |