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 |
|---|---|
| loiter | to delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle |
| graphic | of or relating to the pictorial arts |
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
| execrate | to declare to be evil or detestable : denounce |
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
| transition | a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another |
| humility | freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| menial | a person doing menial work |