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
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
moltenfused or liquefied by heat : melted
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
ripto tear or split apart or open
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
irreproachablenot reproachable : blameless
vieto strive for superiority : contend
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
bereavementthe state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone
conducivetending to promote or assist