GRE Word List

PRETEND

to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing

The meaning of the word pretend is to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing.

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WordMeaning
submissivesubmitting to others
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious
haggardnot tamed
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
rationalhaving reason or understanding
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition