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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apoplexy | stroke |
| alchemy | a medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy aiming to achieve the transmutation of the base metals into gold, the discovery of a universal cure for disease, and the discovery of a means of indefinitely prolonging life |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |
| apparition | an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| conformity | correspondence in form, manner, or character : agreement |
| cue | the letter q |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |