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
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
ellipticalof, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse
captionthe part of a legal document that shows where, when, and by what authority it was taken, found, or executed
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
ruffiana brutal person : bully
whiffa quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality